Child sexual abuse can happen to anyone at anytime. And we are not helpless to prevent it. We need to be aware of warning signs, control access to our children, and develop an effective way to safeguard them from offenders. PROTECTING GOD'S CHILDREN...is a national program for adults. It's goal is to increase awareness of the ways that children may be at risk and to present a plan that offers protection and safety for them.
This program is a REQUIREMENT.....FOR ALL WHO WISH TO SERVE IN OUR PARISH IN ANY CAPACITY
"One Body in Christ"
SAINT JAMES PARISH BINGO............
St. James Hall 156 Federal St. Salem
Each Wednesday play 30 great bingo games, two 50/50 games, two winner-take-all games, payouts up to $5,000.
Progressive games pay up to $3,000. Three types of pull tab tickets. Full snack bar and parking lot police patrol.
Early Bird game starts at 6:30pm
MUST be 18 to play !!!
There is a new phone number for the Bingo Hotline and St. James Parish Hall - 978.594.8393
If you are new to our parish, we welcome you and hope that you find St. James to be a warm and caring community.
To register as a member of our parish, please call the rectory office at 978-745-9060. Registration can be completed in a few minutes over the phone or a form can be mailed to you. Census forms are also available on the tables at the entrances to the church for your convenience.
Take Me Out To The Ball Game.......Boss
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CHEVERUS AWARD HONOREES
The Archdiocese honored those who have given extraordinary service to their parishes last week at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. We are proud that three of our parishioners were chosen to receive this award. ( l to r with name tags ) Honora Griebel, Richard Julien and Deacon Norm LaPointe.
Congratulation to them and their families !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Immaculate Conception Parish - Salem
Sainte Anne Parish - Salem
St. John the Baptist Parish - Salem
Saint Thomas Parish - Peabody / Salem
The Vatican Web Page
Catholic Charismatic Renewal Movement
See the Tribute for Sgt. James Ayube as seen on
WCVB-TV Channel 5
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WE ARE CALLED
Starting this Sunday and for the next several weeks at the 10:15am Mass, representatives from our many parish ministries will be sharing their reflections with you. We hope more people can learn about and get involved in the great work being done.
Please read the cards in the pews and consider donating your time. We will all be better for what you will share.
For a complete list of parish ministries click below.
AN EXCITING NEW DEVELOPMENT
We are happy to announce that we will return to the monthly preparation and serving of supper to the folks at the Salem Mission. Can you spare the best few hours of your month and help us???
Our next dinner is June 7th @ 4:30pm
Please speak to Fr. John or Leo Higgins and we will get you on board.
See pictures of our Mission Meal Crew
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Easter Flower Donations
An Honor for a Parish Family Member
Steward Wood, one of our parish family members and a Vietnam War Veteran. has received the Joseph P. Conway Community Award. This is one of the highest awards given by the American Legion.
Congratulations Stu and Thank You for your service to God and Country !!
Vacation Bible School Information
On Sunday evening, April 22, parishioners gathered in the Hall
to learn more about the Archdiocesan Pastoral Plan.
All were invited to fill out a questionnaire. We have compiled the results and present it to you.
If you have any questions, please see Fr. John, Andrea Schwartz, Honora Griebel or Anne DeVoe.
To learn more about the proposal, please go to www.planning2012.com. ( see more info below )
More information will be forthcoming, watch this space.
