The Teen Chorale of the TriCounty Choir Institute will  be presenting the Musical Passion Play “Why Must He Die?”.  It will be presented in 13 performances in churches of all denominations during this Lenten season. The twenty-four cast members include college to junior high students from 18 schools including: Aliquippa HS, Ambridge HS,  Avonworth Jr. & HS, Beaver Falls HS, ...

Essay Contest for 8th -12th grade!Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus and Veritas Youth!Topic: Role (responsibility) of a Catholic in our free Society.When: Starting now with a DEC. 20th deadline.Pick up a “Essay Contest Packet” at the rectory, on the Youth bulletin board or next to the Parish bulletins outside the sanctuary.CASH ,Certificates, quotes in our bulletin and other priz...

OC Christmas Caroling and PartyDecember 12, 2009Gathering Space - 6-8:30PM...

Two years ago we began what is becoming a St. James tradition. Our parish family will once again host a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. This will be our third Thanksgiving dinner for all those who might not have family joining them this year or might be eating alone. Come and join Fr. Dan and other parishioners as we give thanks for all God has given us. We will have sign up sheets on the bulleti...

Saturday Nov. 7th, 7:30-10pm All are welcome!  (6:45 pm meet in St. James Gathering space to carpool) Hang out with friends and enjoy our POOL TABLE, FOOSBALL, AIR HOCKEY, OPEN GYM, CARD AND BOARD GAMES, LIVE  MUSIC, FOOD, and other kids from neighboring parishes, all in our newly renovated space at Gilmary!  All that’s missing is YOU! Bring a friend! Permission Slip Requi...

This isn’t your parent’s bible study! Come join other teens from around the area to have food, hang out and learn about our gifts and what Jesus tells us about life, love and everything else! Bring a friend! All are welcome! We already met a couple times this year and had fun, laughed and learned things we never knew about being a Christian.  Ask any question in a chilled out atmosphere!...

Over 75 kids had a blast, snacks, danced and won some best costume prizes at our biggest OC dance to date! Much thanks to our organizers and all who helped! All 6th, 7th and 8th graders and friends from all schools are welcome at all OC events! Check out the pictures of dancing and being with friends! We raised $310 for a family in need and charity from this event!...