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20s-30s Fellowship Updated 11/19/06
Do you wish to develop friendships with others who share your values? Looking for ways to apply your time and talent? Enriching faith sharing and community building, singles and couples, ages 20-30 plus, gather to develop, support and strengthen spirituality. Events include: Spiritual--bible/book studies, videos, speakers and retreats, Social--parties/game nights, day trips, plays, movies, outdoor adventures, sports events and potlucks, Charitable--Community Meals, gathering/distributing donaitons and youth guidance. New people and ideas are welcome.  Join us. 
Contact Person: Rachelle & Tom Telephone: 297-0144
Adopt A Social Worker Updated 11/19/06
This ministry helps foster children by gaining emotional and spiritual support to the social workers who are responsible for ensuring their health and well being. St. James has one social worker we support. We meet with her once a month for lunch and to give her a chance to  share her feelings about her work and the needs of the children. When there is a spicific need, such as, school supplies or clothing, we inform the parish and collect what is needed. New members are always welcome.
Contact Person: Christine Telephone: 756-9679
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Updated 10/26/06
Eucharistic Adoration is available Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., in the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament. Volunteers devote an hour each week to show homage to Christ's presence in the Blessed Sacrament as the Incarnate God. New volunteers are always welcome as regulars or substitutes.
Contact Person: Libby Telephone: 756-3648
After Mass Hospitality Updated 10/31/06
Hospitality following Sunday Mass provides an appreciated and valuable opportunity for those attending to meet with friends and welcome newcomers over a leisurely cup of coffee or juice. Parishioners gather in the Memorial Center on most Sundays after the 8:00am Mass and on the first Sunday of the month after the 9:30am, 11:30am and 5:00pm Masses. Help is always needed to set-up and clean-up or to bring doughnuts, baked goods (bought or homemade) or fruit to share. Our hosts are volunteers from the Mass they attend, so introduce yourself and help where you can. It will be most appreciated.
Contact Persons:
8:00am Mass--Marcia Berry, 756-8238
9:30am Mass--Kathy & Lawrence Wold, 756-3310
11:30am Mass--Ae Gyung & Soo Young Chang, 756-4127
Contact Person: See above text for Contact & Telephone
Altar Care Updated 10/26/06
"Light housekeeping for the Lord" is a small commitment that makes a huge contribution. Each week of the year individuals, couples, students, families, or groups make the decision to spend two hours or less straightening and beautifying the Lord's house. We clean, arrange flowers, change missalettes, and the like. Shifts are arranged for a Friday or Saturday once a year. Complete training is provided. Please call to volunteer.
Contact Person: Janice Telephone: 756-1254
Altar Linen Committee Updated 10/26/06
Can you give a few hours each week for two weeks of the year? In your home, at your convenience wash and iron small linens used for Masses. We will train you. No meetings are required. 
Contact Person: Dortha Telephone: 753-4479
Altar Servers Updated 10/26/06
Children (grades 5 to 12) are encouraged to serve at Mass, either periodically or as frequently as they wish, often at their families' choice of Mass. We train the children, schedule them, and enthusiastically validate their willingness to serve. They learn more about Mass, deepen their faith, and are much appreciated. 
Contact Person: Christine Telephone: 758-4470
Annulments Updated 11/01/06
Pease see Marriage Guidance. 
Contact Person: Deacon Clark Goecker Telephone: 756-4148
Art and Environment Committee Updated 10/26/06
People who have an interest in and knowledge of artistic church environment are encouraged to serve in this ministry, charged with the appropriate decoration of the church. Seasonal decorators are needed from time to time -- especially at Christmas and Easter.
Contact Person: Maria Telephone: 758-1095
Baptism Preparation Updated 10/26/06

Infants:
Instruction--3rd & 4th Tuesday of every month, 7:30 pm except Dec.  Sacrament of Baptism--1st Sunday of each month after 11:30 am Mass. Guidance and support for the families of infants is prayerfully provided.

School-Aged Children: See Christian Initiation of Children.

Adults: See RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults).
Contact Person: Pat Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 207
Bereavement Ministry Updated 10/26/06
Spiritual outreach to the grieving can take many forms. Encouragement and consolation are provided through individual appointments to discuss grief experiences and the annual All Souls Day Vigil provides additional opportunities for healing. Prayerful brochures and the grief library are excellent resources. Call to request prayers for a loved one who has died, to share grief experiences with a grief minister, to request resources, to make known a death, to offer assistance to the grieving, or to volunteer as a grief minister.
Contact Person: Julie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 206
Blood Drive Updated 10/26/06
Parish blood drives are held in the parish gymnasium in January and July of each year. Nurses and technicians from BloodSource of Sacramento work to accommodate parishioners who offer their blood to save the lives of others. Parishioners donating blood at other times may apply their donation to our St. James account.
Contact Person: Julie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 206
Book of the Sick Updated 10/26/06
Call to add names of the seriously ill or victims of personal tragedies in the Prayers of the Faithful and/or in the Book of the Sick in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Please include a contact name and phone number, so we can follow up.
Contact Person: Julie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 206
Bulletin Updated 10/26/06
E-mail articles to: bulletin@stjamesdavis.net or hand deliver to the Memorial Center Pastoral Offices. The deadline is Friday (2 Fridays before anticipated publication date) at 12:00 pm. 
Contact Person: Bernadette Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 202
Care and Comfort Updated 10/26/06
Volunteers graciously welcome, serve, and console the grieving and free them to companion guests by setting up the funeral reception, arranging food and beverages, and clearing the tables (or by assisting the caterer in these tasks). Each reception takes many hands, and more volunteers are always welcome. Can you help with one dish or one function? Call to request funeral reception assistance, provide food, or to volunteer.
Contact Person: Julie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 206
Catechist Formation Updated 10/26/06
(Diocesan Certificate credit)
Are you considering volunteering to teach religious education? Catechists are entrusted with the responsibility and honor of proclaiming the message of Jesus and His Church. Our program provides an opportunity to increase your knowledge of Catholic doctrine, tradition and the skills needed to share your faith. Classes are offered throughout the school year. See information in the Bulletins and Scrolls.
Contact Person: Linda Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 208
Catholics Returning Home Updated 10/26/06
If you are a baptized Catholic who is curious about returning to the Church, please join us. Ask questions about what the Catholic Church teaches. Explore returning to an active faith life in the Church within a nonjudgmental, caring small community. Listen and share as seekeers and team members discuss issues and pray together. A five week session during Lent will meet from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. Call for specific dates of sessions. 
Contact Person: Ronnie/Pat Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 209/207
Centering Prayer Updated 10/26/06
Tuesday 5:00pm, all year.
Wednesday 4:30pm, September-June
As in the contemplative tradition, we pray in silence, going beyond word, thoughts and images. We open ourselves to and focus on God's presence within, where contact with Christ can occur once the mind has been stilled. Audio and vidio aides enhance our understanding of this prayer style. Many are changed by continuing practice; some become more forgiving, others less fearful. No previous experience in this form of prayer needed for you to attend.
Contact Person: Linda Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 208
Charismatic Prayer Updated 10/27/06
All are welcome to join the praise and worship of intercessory prayer in the Memorial Center on Tuesdays at 7:00pm. We worship the Lord, exercise the gifts of the Holy Spirit and pray for parishioner requests. Individual prayer is available from members after sessions. Place prayer requests in church vestibule boxes.
Contact Person: Mike Telephone: 756-1058
Child Care Co-op Updated 10/26/06

Sundays 9:30-10:30 a.m. September - May

*Required: Pre-registration, some volunteer service. Cooperative parental care is availbable for parishioner children ages 1 to 2 years 11 months. The seeds of faith begin to grow as our "little-est ones" enjoy care-givers' attention, smiles, and hugs. Age-appropriate stories, art projects, music play and prayer enrich the experience.


Contact Person: MariAnne Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 210
Christian Initiation of Children Updated 10/26/06
The Church welcomes and initiates unbaptized children of a teachable age (around 7) into the faith through a process called the Order of Christian Initiation of Children. Supported by families and the parish, this process guides students in the way of being followers of Jesus. Children initiated at the age 7 or older celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmaiton and Eucharist at the Easter Vigil.
Contact Person: Ronnie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 209
Community Gift Committee Updated 10/26/06
St. James gives a portion of each weekly collection to a charity nominated by parishioners. You may nominate charities by following the directions on forms available in our church vestibules. These gifts are powerful witness that we put God first, worship Him, and give thanks for His blessings. This supporting effort to alleviate suffering worldwide brings our community closer together, closer to God, and opens our hearts to the poor. All parishioners are welcome to complete a nomination form. Completed forms can be placed in one of the envelopes provided for this purpose in the vestibules of the church or left in the pastoral offices.
Contact Person: Tom Telephone: 758-6566
Confirmation Updated 10/26/06
* Register August - early October
This 2-year process for students in grades 9-11 is grounded in contemporary theology, rooted in the life of the faith community, and focused on students' continuing faith journey and development. Family involvement, community service, reflection, liturgical rites, ministry activities, and a retreat occur throughout the 2 years. 
Contact Person: Linda Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 208
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Updated 10/27/06
These special ministers have the privilege of serving Holy Communion to the community at Sunday and Holy Day liturgies. They are chosen for their reverence and love for the Holy Eucharist and their desire to share it with the community.
Contact Person: Mary Telephone: 753-5305
Families Group Updated 10/27/06
Our families come in all shapes and sizes: two-parent, single-parent and blended families; stay at home and corporate parents; home, public and parochial schoolers. Yours will fit right in. We promote spiritual growth. Our group is what you want it to be! But we want to do more! Supplement our ideas with yours. Meetings are rare, but our hearts, ears and website are always open. 
Contact Person: Susan Telephone: 757-2946
Finance Council Updated 10/27/06
Pastor-appointed parishioners advise the pastor on short-term and long-term financial capital improvement plans, review periodic financial reports, and formulate annual budgets.
Contact Person: Deacon Clark Telephone: 756-4148
First Holy Communion Updated 10/27/06
Sunday 9:00am/ Monday 4:00pm   October-May
Children in grade 2 or older are prepared for the reception of the Eucharist. Parent education and family celebrations and activities enrich the process.
Contact Person: MariAnne Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 210
First Reconciliation for Children Updated 10/27/06
Children prepare for the Sacrament of Reconciliation in the 2nd grade or later. To strengthen the child's relationship with God, students explore Jesus' call to change our hearts, forgive one another, and ask for forgiveness. A parent program offers an update of Reconciliation theology: understanding sin, conversion, and living a reconciling life. Family prayer services and events enrich the process.
Contact Person: Ronnie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 209
Front Desk Volunteers Updated 10/27/06
Welcoming volunteers cover the Front Desk at the Memorial Center Pastoral Offices. They answer phones and help the parish staff as needed. The hours needing to be covered are 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Training and support are provided. Please volunteer.
Contact Person: Pattie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 224
Gospel Justice Committee Updated 10/27/06
Meets 2nd Monday of each month at 7:30pm in the Memorial Center, St. Ignatius room. Guided by Catholic social justice teaching, we act to remedy the effects of social injustice and to remove its causes through education, empowerment, advocacy, and prayer. Our focus is local, national, and global. Examples of our concerns are: workers' rights, environmental protection, United Nations, local homeless services, peace through justice,  abolition of the death penalty, alternative energy, protection of life from conception through natural death. What are your concerns? We need you, your ideas, interests, hands, and prayers. All are welcome. Join us.
Contact Person: Guy Telephone: 297-6449
Guadalupana Association Updated 10/31/06
The Guadalupana Association is a secular religious association with apostolic purpose. We try to bring better understanding and faith to Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Contact Person: Andres Medina Telephone: 757-1767
Helping Hands Updated 10/27/06

This service is easy but very important. Transport elderly or disabled parishioners to Mass or appointments, or help with small projects, chores or tasks, when family members cannot, or need respite. We anticipate requests for seasonal yard help and holiday preparation chores. Call Marcia Berry at 756-8238 to volunteer.

Call Julie Utz, Pastoral Care Office, 756-3636 ext. 206 to suggest someone who needs help, or to request assistance for yourself.
Hispanic Ministry Updated 10/31/06
This ministry is headed by leaders of the different Hispanic groups that make up the Spanish-speaking faithful. Leaders are involved in Children's Catechism, Pastoral Council, Youth Group (seasonal), Migrant Workers' Catechism (seasonal), Choir, Lectors, Hospitality, Welcoming, Liturgy Planning, Extraordinary Eucharisitc Ministers, Adult Prayer Groups, Scroll Writers, Marriage Encounter, Infant Baptism Preparation, Quinceanera Preparation, and other special services. All are welcome. Bienvenidos. If you want to serve the Spanish-speaking community, there is a group for you. Training and support prayerfully provided.
Contact Persons:
Baptism: Moises & Rosalina Guardarrama, 661-2582
Catechism: Socorro Campos, 753-6938
Choir: Moises & Rosalina Guardarrama, 661-2582
Liturgy: Santos Cervantes, 661-1047
Prayer Group: Efigenia Baeza
Contact Person: See above text for Contact & Telephone
Hospitality Food Circle Updated 10/27/06
Sometimes the greatest gift is also the simplest. Witness what a cooked meal means to the family of a very ill parishioner. We prepare meals when the primary food preparer is unavailable due to illness or crisis. We can always use more willing committed cooks. All that is required is the ability to assemble simple, healthy meals. Can you help?
Contact Person: Uta Telephone: 756-0141
Knights of Columbus Updated 10/27/06
This diverse fraternity is dedicated to charitable works, Catholic values, and brotherhood. Activities include 3rd Sunday pancake breakfasts, fund religious vocation scholarships, delivering food baskets for the poor, supporting respect life efforts, and deceased members' widows and orphans. Some Knights distribute donated food to shelters. Our "Keep Christ in Christmas" card sale is a tradition. We also assist at social activities and enjoy outings, such as baseball games. All men 18 and over are welcome. We need you. Join us.
Contact Person: Robert Telephone: 759-9960
Lazarus Ministry Updated 10/27/06
The Lazarus Ministry assists those mourning the loss of a loved one through prayerful participation and assistance at funeral liturgies. The presence of these ministers help to make these liturgies beautiful tributes to those who have completed their earthly journeys.
Contact Person: Betty Telephone: 756-8835
Lectors (Ministers of the Word) Updated 10/27/06
People who have a love for the Bible, who enjoy speaking in public, and who have strong voices and clear articulation are invited to serve as Ministers of the Word. They welcome the assembly in the Gathering Call, proclaim the Scriptures, read the Prayers of the Faithful, and make any necessary announcements during the Sunday Masses.
Contact Person: Mary Telephone: 753-5305
Legion of Mary Updated 10/27/06
Saturday at 8:30am in the Memorial Center. Learn more about your faith and enrich your prayer life. Grow closer to Jesus and His Mother. This lay apostolate, dedicated to personal sanctification, offers two levels of participation. Auxiliary members pray daily. Active members pray and recite the rosary at the weekly meeting, and do weekly apostolic work, such as, visiting the ill at home or in nursing homes. All are welcome. 
Contact Person: Marge Telephone: 757-7162
Lenten Soup Nights Updated 10/31/06
On the Wednesdays of Lent various groups of the parish provide a variety of soups and bread, as a way of building community and offering a way of entering the spirit of Lent.
Contact Person: Call Parish Office Telephone: 756-3636
Liberia and Honduras Missions Updated 10/27/06
This ministry, dedicated to permanently breaking the cycle of poverty, both social and material, has been warmly receivd by St. James parishioners. Several have recently visited Honduras to become familiar with their mission program. Introduced in Liberia, with our and others help, a new school serving 400 students is now open. By sponsoring a child for a dollar a day you can help save a life. All are welcome to learn more about this dynamic mission program and participate.
Contact Person: David Telephone: 758-2362
Library Updated 10/27/06
Our Spiritual Lending Library offers books on Scripture, prayer, lives of saints, theology, spirituality, healing, marriage, and family life. All are welcome to browse and borrow. The library is located in the foyer of the pastoral offices.
Contact Person: Ronnie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 209
Liturgy Committee Updated 10/27/06
Meets 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm. This large group plans and prepares the many varied components of our beautiful liturgies. Coordination of the Advent and Lent liturgies is particularly complex. We often call upon volunteers to help make those liturgies the most inclusive and enriching as possible. Please help when called. 
Contact Person: Steve Telephone: 753-8387
Liturgy of the Word for Children Updated 10/27/06
Sunday 9:30am  October-May
All children in grades 1-6 are invited to participate during Mass. After the Gathering Rites, the celebrant sends the children forth with leaders to the Memorial Center to hear the Sunday readings and a homily adapted to their understanding. Children respond enthusiastically and reverently to this experience of God's presence in their lives. At the Mass offeratory procession they return to their families. We train and assist adult volunteers. Please call if you would like to be a Liturgy of the Word leader.
Contact Person: Linda Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 208
Marriage Guidance Updated 10/27/06

St. James offers several ministries that serve the married couples in our parish community:

Marriage Retreat: This retreat allows couples to discuss honestly and lovingly their strengths, weaknesses, desires and goals for family, life, children, finances, sex, and faith. In a safe, beautiful setting, growth in love, commitment, and faith flows from reflection and dialogue. Contact the Christ the King Retreat Center at 916-725-4720.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter: A Marriage Encounter weekend retreat is a successful, dynamic enrichment for couples wanting to deepen marital joy, whether married briefly or for many years. Presentations by Catholic leaders and much time alone as a couple emphasize effective communication and lifelong growth. A marriage can never be too good. Contact Raul and Gayla Ponce at 866-825-2046.

Natural Family Planning: Introductory and method training sessions are available to provide information about achieving or avoiding pregnancy. For more information, contact Kathi at 668-6355.

Retrouvaille Ministry: This ministry for troubled or hurting marriages has helped many, including divorced couples, to heal their relationships. This diocesan program (a weekend retreat and 6 follow-up meetings) helps those struggling to communicate through anxiety, disillusionment, frustration, anger or pain. Contact Fred & Barbara Valles at 800-283-5952.

Annulment: A time for healing and reconciliation. The Church evaluates the validity of failed marriages in the light of Scripture, tradition, and Church law. Contact Deacon Clark Goecker at 756-4148.

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Marriage Preparation Updated 10/27/06

A 6-month personalized program that guides, challenges and nurtures engaged couples to build a strong relationship by helping them to understand the need for unity, forgiveness, fidelity and unconditional love. They will come to know that with God's grace and faith in Christ they can build a solid foundation for the Sacrament of Matrimony. There will be opportunities for the couple to identify their strengths and areas of needed growth. The program also includes planning their wedding liturgy. Each couple will need to complete a pre-marriage preparation class.Contact Pat Colenzo at 756-3636 x207.

Evenings for the Engaged: Six-week sessions at St. James that allows to communicate about and fully explore their relationship as a couple. Early registration is advised. Small sessions fill quickly. Contact Vicki and Charles Davis at 758-2062 or Ben & Patty Chin at 707-678-6641.

Engaged Encounter: A diocesan weekend that enables couples' confidential communication to create new foundations for a more enriched life. English and Spanish sessions are held year-round throughout the diocese. Contact Christ the King Retreat Center at 916-725-4720.

Pre-Cana Conference: A one-day intensive program that promotes developing family life in faith and prayer, effective communication, unconditional love, and commitment. Contact the Diocese of Sacramento at 916-733-0123.
Contact Person: Pat Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 207
Mass Requests for Special Intentions Updated 10/27/06
Offering the gift of a Mass comforts those saddened by illness or loss. Call to request a Mass for an intention, the repose of the soul of someone who died or at the anniversary of a death. Special Mass cards are available to send to the intended or the deceased's family. Benefactors may also request anonymity.
Contact Person: Pattie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 224
Mens Basketball: Nighttime Basketball Association Updated 11/01/06
Pick-up basketball games are scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00pm in the gym of the Memorial Center as available. Come join us for a low-key, fun time and a good work out.
Contact Person: Paul Leigh Telephone: 759-1235
Ministry to Travelers Updated 10/27/06
Each of the 11 lodging facilities in the Davis area is provided with information sheets that contain material about Mass times and travel instructions from that location to St. James Church or the Newman Center. Innkeepers are encouraged to keep this information at hand for the use of travelers who wish to attend services during their stay. Each week at the 7:00 a.m. Friday Mass, during the prayers of petition, a safe journey for the next week is requested for all travelers.
Contact Person: Steve Telephone: 756-0731
Music Ministry Updated 10/27/06
This ministry provides music to enhance our worship at the Saturday 5:30pm, Sunday 8:00, 9:30, 11:30am, 5:00 and 7:00pm Masses. New singers and musicians are always needed and welcome.Call the music director about the Mass at which you can help.
Contact Person: Nathan (Director) Telephone: 219-0156
NewDay Updated 10/27/06
Widowed and grieving, divorced and sparated support groups. Through the grace of God's love, those who have been there extend their hands to those reaching out and together find the healing in sharing, the beauty in life's journey. No formal gatherings at this time.
Contact Person: Mark Telephone: 753-7972
Newman Center Updated 11/01/06
514 C Street. (Office M-F, 9am-5pm) and at UCD when in session. University student ministries offer Masses, services, retreats, conferences and diverse activities: choirs, prayer, leadership, pastoral and community development and social justice. Funds for our big annual service, the Tijuana Housing Project (late December) are earned October to December from several Newman/St. James community socials. Other highlights: Garage Sale, Welcome Picnic, Picnic Day events, Annual Garden Day, Auction and Talent Show and Baccalaureate Mass. All are welcome. Please check website for current Mass schedule: www.davisnewman.org.
Contact Persons:
Deacon Clark Goecker (Director)
Mary Guardardo (Admin. Secretary)
Telephone: 753-7393
Contact Person: See above text for Contacts Telephone: 753-7393
Nursing Home Ministry Updated 05/17/07
Wednesdays-10:30am.
Many forms of parish outreach brighten the days of nursing home residents. Volunteers make individual visits, bring the Eucharist, join residents for weekly liturgies, annual Mass of Anointing, and accompany able residents to Mass at St. James. Call to volunteer, to request visits for a nursing home resident, to request information about placement, to identify special needs, or for assistance in coping with a loved one's nursing home stay.
Contact Person: Julie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 206
Pastoral Council Updated 10/27/06

The Pastoral Council comprises 8 elected members and some ex-officio and appointed members from the parish and is consultative to the paster in promoting the spiritual, educational, and material well-being of the parish. Requirements: must be over 18 years old and registered at St. James for at least 3 years. Elections take place in May.

David Burmester 756-3648
Rich Collins 756-5313
Val Dolcini
756-3715
Susan Holmes 757-2946
Rosalina Guadarrama
 661-2582
Christine Cipperly
 756-9679
Robbie Murphy 758-1838
Maria Saldana-Seibert
 757-7372
Elisabeth Sherwin 758-7559
Tim O'Brien
 758-3830
Play Group Updated 10/27/06
Thursdays--9-11am.
Babies, preschoolers and their parents are invited to join parish groups at various Davis parks, weather permitting. Through play, children share Catholic faith and values under the supervision of their parents. Call for locations. All are welcome.
Contact Person: Cheri Telephone: 758-0799
Religious Education/Lifelong Faith Formation for Children Updated 10/27/06

Children's registration:  August and September. Our programs serve 600 students from 375 parish families in 45+ fall-spring classes, 120+ trained volunteers bless us with their help. Classes include preschool, kindergarten, grades 1-6, junior high (7-8) and high school confirmation classes. 

Elementary
Sunday (varies), Monday 4-5pm. Faith Formation, Liturgy of the Word.

Junior High
Sunday, 10:30am, Monday 7:00pm.

Senior High
Monday 7:00pm. Confirmation Preparation. Also see Youth Ministry. 

Contact Person: Linda Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 208
Religious Formation for Adults/Lifelong Faith Formation for Adults Updated 10/27/06
Workshops and presentations in theology and spiritual development are given throughout the year. Also, a yearly parish mission, small faith sharing groups, and various Bible study classes are offered. Watch the Bulletin and Scroll for upcoming events.
Contact Person: Ronnie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 209
Respect Life Group Updated 10/27/06
Through prayer and service we affirm the sanctity of human life from conception to natural death. With other groups, we organize events such as the monthly Rosary for Life, the annual Davis Life Chain, and promote education such as anti-euthanasia and death penalty seminars.
Contact Person: Gloria and Bill Telephone: 758-6429
Retreats Updated 10/27/06

Men's Retreat
A midwinter weekend of spiritual and physical renewal away from job problems, family worries, and personal stress offers peace, quiet, relaxation, refreshment, and inspiring talks. Developing your spiritual life benefits you everyday, as you reset direction and goals and grow closer to God. Friends and family retreat together in a beautiful setting. All men are welcome. Contact Tom at 756-6566.

Women's Retreat
A late-winter weekend of peace and recollection to resolve pressing problems, update faith, release tension, doubts and fears, seek divine guidance, gain support and practical information. Learn the art of living well and open the door to God's love. Friends and family retreat together in a beautiful setting. All women are welcome. Contact Nancy at 753-9334.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Updated 10/27/06

Meets Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. from September to May.

Are you interested in joining or learning more about the Catholic Church? Would you like to receive the Sacraments of Baptism and/or Confirmation? Our process includes weekly sessions highlighted by an annual retreat in February. It is facilitated by 8 veteran volunteers, features knowledgeable speakers and ceremonial rites before the Easter Vigil Sacraments of Initiation. Sessions consist of individual discernment, mentoring guidance, enlightening presentations and activities, scripture sharing, prayer, and fellowship.

Sponsoring a catechumen deepens faith and parish relationships. Volunteer sponsors must be baptized and confirmed. Please consider being a sponsor and helping nurture a catechumen on their faith journey.

For more information, click here.
Contact Person: Roy Telephone: 753-8194
Rosary for Priests Updated 10/27/06
Meets the last Saturday of the month at 1:45 pm in the Memorial Center to pray the rosary for the sanctification of priests. All are welcome. 
Contact Person: Bernadette Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 202
Sacrament Preparation for Older Children Updated 10/27/06
Special class are held on Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. The reconciliation peparion for grades 4-10 is held in October and November. The Communion preparation for grades 4-10 is held January to May.
Contact Person: Ronnie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 209
Sacristans Updated 10/27/06
Sacristans coordinate the preparation for Mass. They prepare the church and the altar with everything needed for the celebration. They make certain that the scheduled Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and Lector are present and find substitutes for those who are not there. They coordinate the ushers/greeters, find people to bring the gifts before the offertory, and make sure all goes smoothly during Mass. After Mass they put everything back in place in the sacristy as appropriate and lock up as necessary. This important ministry is open to parishioners and training is available.
Contact Person: Mary Telephone: 753-5305
Scrip for St. James School Updated 11/01/06
Help fund captial improvements when you shop for groceries. Do you shop at Safeway, Albertsons or Nugget? If so, you can help fund capital improvements to the parish school buildings. No cost to you. These generous merchants make a contribution based upon our cumulative shopping. Here is how to help: 1) If you have a Safeway club card call 1-800-254-5404 and state that you want your purchases to benefit St. James School. The school ID # is 136556457. You can register online at www.escrip.com.  2) If you shop Albertson's call the school office at 756-3946 with your name and blue Albertson's card number. They will take it  from there.   3) If you shop Nugget simply save your receipts. St. James School receives 1% of the total of all receipts it collects. You may place your Nugget receipts in the decorated cans in the church foyer or in the metal box labled St. James School at the Covell Blvd. Nugget store. If you have questions please call the school office at 756-3946.
Contact Person: Bill Telephone: 759-7714
Scripture Study Updated 10/27/06

New participants always welcome. The Little Rock Scripture study program combines a personal Bible reading and study, small group faith sharing, lecture and prayer in an informal setting. Come join us and learn to make the real connection between your faith and your everyday life.

  • Men's and Women's Bible Study: Tuesday evenings at 7 pm (except the 4th Tuesday of the month). Contact Mary at 753-5305.
  • Men's Bible Study: Friday mornings at 7 am. Contact Tom at 758-6566.
  • Women's Bible Study: Wednesday mornings from October to June, 9:45 am. Contact Gloria at 758-6429.
  • College Students' Bible Study: Wednesdays during the school year, 7 pm. Contact Father Dan at 756-3636 ext.203.

    • Contact Person: Varies (see descriptions)
    Shawl Ministry Updated 10/27/06
    This ministry is a way for those blessed with talents in working with textiles and fabrics to share their love with those who may need it. By creating shawls, we are creating tangible "hugs" to surround the recipient. The ministry is open to knitters, crocheters, quilters, weavers, and embroiderers. 
    Contact Person: Barbara Telephone: 304-4215
    Spiritual Book and Beverage Updated 10/27/06
    Third Thursday 7:00pm, September-June
    A contemplative, discerning group that explores spiritual literature in discussion and fellowship. 
    Contact Person: Ronnie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 209
    St. James School Updated 10/27/06

    St. James School serves Davis and surrounding parishes. Our co-ed, K-8 school promotes Catholic values and teachings and educates the whole child in a small, safe environment. We respect individual differences while we strive to develop a Christian community. We dedicate ourselves to provide for our students' academic excellence, opportunities for success and service, role models of Gospel values, and an environment that nurtures self-worth. Volunteers are welcome. Do you have arts and sciences expertise to share? Call to volunteer in our classrooms.

    Visit our website at http://www.stjamesschooldavis.org/.
    Contact Person: Principal Sharon Vroman Telephone: 756-3946
    St. Nicholas Giving Trees Updated 11/01/06
    Our parish-wide Advent projecct, sponsored by the Gospel Justice Committee, collects approximately 700 gifts to be given to less fortunate individual, families and nursing home residents in Davis. This St. James tradition is also an opportunity for a family lesson in the joy of giving. Volunteers are appreciated. Donate 1-2 hours...or more, if you can.
    Contact Person: Marcia Telephone: 756-8238
    St. Vincent de Paul Society Updated 10/27/06
    The society offers emergency short-term help based on need –- not creed -- to any member of the Davis Community. Call the parish office to reach the pastoral care coordinator should you need help. New volunteers will find this ministry gives them a opportunity to come to understand and grow "to love your neighbor as you love yourself."
    Contact Person: Julie Telephone: 756-3636 x206
    Stewardship Committee Updated 10/27/06
    Stewardship is a life-long journey of deepening faith that brings us to a realization that our gifts of time, talent, and treasure are to be used to serve and honor God. We continually examine our lives as we join with others worldwide to do God's will. Joyfully we strive to educate, enrich, and build up the kingdom of God. The Stewardship Committee sponsors the following activities: Ministry Market, stewardship classes, night of reflection, and children's stewardship.
    Contact Person: Tom Telephone: 756-6566
    The Scroll Updated 10/27/06
    The Scroll is our monthly newsletter with a circulation of about 2000. It is a call to action to: build community, inspire parish pride, stimulate interest, and promote/increase participation in programs and activities. The content includes participation opportunities, ministries' regular news, general interest, parish related news, announcements, and requests and acknowledgment of volunteers. New writers, photographers and mailers are always welcome.
    Contact Person: Janet Telephone: 756-4148
    Transportation to Mass Updated 10/27/06
    Parishioners unable to drive to Mass or use public transit may request transportation to Mass, other liturgical services, and parish events. This outreach is part of Helping Hands Ministry. More volunteers are needed, weekly or occasionally.
    Contact Person: Julie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 206
    Ushers/Greeters Updated 10/27/06
    This is a ministry of hospitality. Ushers/Greeters come early for Mass and greet arriving parishioners, visitors, and guests. The genuine smile and welcome parishioners receive lets them know their presence is valued. They will seat people when needed, take up the collection, and assist the sacristan when they can. This ministry is open to all parishioners.
    Contact Person: Hank Telephone: 756-5402
    Visitors to the Sick Updated 10/27/06
    To help our shut-ins stay spiritually connected with the parish,  volunteers make regular visits to the sick and handicapped, in their homes, care facilities or retirement communities with celebration of prayer and the distribution of the Eucharist. Call to receive the Eucharist at home or in the hospital, to request prayers through our Book of the Sick or Prayers of the Faithful, to request a visit for yourself or another parishioner, for assistance in coping with illness or disability or with the needs of the dying, or to volunteer as a visitor. New volunteers are welcome.
    Contact Person: Julie Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 206
    Welcome Committee Updated 10/27/06
    Our members welcome newly registered parishioners with a personal contact and provide helpful information about our parish. We also respond to the welcome envelopes placed in the pews when there is a request for help to register or for more information about our parish community. We provide a presence at the monthly hospitality events following the designated Sunday Mass to welcome newcomers and help them meet others in our parish community. New volunteers are welcome to join this warm and rewarding ministry. Time commitment is modest and flexible and meetings are rare.
    Contact Person: Carolyn Telephone: 753-7298
    Wine Tasting Festival Committee Updated 10/26/06
    Contact Person: Vernette Telephone: 758-1003
    Women's Guild Updated 10/27/06
    The Women's Guild builds community spirit. We are a group of women who are spiritual, very social, and serve our parish. The Guild generously supports charities for women and children. It is a group of women reaching out to women. We invite all women of the parish over 21 to join us.
    Contact Person: Betty Paro Telephone: 756-8835
    Youth Ministry Updated 10/27/06
    The Youth Ministry at St. James has some very good activities for young people in  Junior High and Senior High School. It offers opportunities for fun, service and growth in faith. Call the Youth Minister for times and locations.

    For upcoming events and more information, check our website: www.sjteenz.com.
    Contact Person: Flora or Ruel Telephone: 756-3636 ext. 211

    Saturday

    4 - 5pm Sacrament of Reconciliation
    5:30 p.m. Vigil

    8:00 a.m.
    5:30 p.m. Vigil

    Sunday

    8:00 a.m.
    9:30
    11:30
    5:00 p.m. Espanol
    7:00

    Monday - Friday

    7:00 a.m.

    Monday, Wednesday, Friday

    September - May

    5:30 p.m.