Liturgical Ministries
Our ministries are an integral part of the parish. We are always in need of volunteers to help at our Sunday Masses, events and and support us through prayer! Look below for more information and if you want to get involved, fill out the interest form.
Lector
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” – John 1:1
The role of lector is tremendously important. As a lector, you proclaim the living Word of God to your fellow parishioners. For some Sunday Mass may be the only time they hear the Scriptures that week. Lectoring requires preparation and commitment. Please fill out the interest form above.
Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion
As an extraordinary minister of Holy Communion, commonly referred to as a Eucharistic Minister, lay people can serve the Catholic Church by distributing Holy Communion during Mass. A Eucharistic Minister must be a fully initiated member of the Church (having received the Sacraments of Baptism, First Communion and Confirmation). We ask out Eucharistic Ministers to serve with reverence, commitment, and humility. If interested, please fill out the interest form above.
Usher
Ushers have an important role in the Mass! They make people feel welcome and help people find their seats. Many times, seats can be hard to come by and families are desperate for their assistance! Once the Mass starts, they continue to assist latecomers with a much needed friendly smile. They also help take up the collection, making sure it goes smoothly. At they end of Mass, they pass out bulletins, and say goodbye to parishioners.
Music Ministry
“He who sings prays twice!”- St Augustine
Music is an integral part of the liturgy! Consider joining our music ministry team. Please fill out the interest form above.
Altar Servers
Through their faithful and willing service, children can help the seriousness, dignity and solemnity of the Liturgy shine forth. The group of altar servers is made up of children who have done their First Communion and have the desire to participate more actively in the parish’s liturgical life.
Parish Staff
Parish Ministerial Staff
Rev. Charles Opondo-Owora
Pastor | ext 316
Sister Marianna Ezebuke
Pastoral Assistant Sick Homebound | ext 324
Carol A. Hall
Pastoral Assistant | ext 314
Margit Mayberry
Spanish Apostolate | ext 315
Rev. John Nguyen Tuoi
Vietnamese Community | (315) 734-5209
Administrative Staff
Ryan Jenson
Facilities, Business Manager | ext 326, 323
Hope Matthews
Receptionist | ext 312
Cynthia Cruty
Secretary | ext 313
Phone: (607) 729-6147
Parish Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm.**
Faith Formation
Terri Barnes, RCIA
(607)-729-6147 | ext. 322
Renee Davis, Grades 1-10
Religious Education
(607)-729-6147 | ext. 320
Music Ministry
Jan DeAngelo, Music Director
(607) 729-6147 | ext 329
Patricia Foley, Folk Group
(607) 797-3661
St. James School
Early Childhood, Age 2-Grade 6
Phone Number: (607) 797-5444
Webpage: www.St-James-MS.org
Additional Information
Parish Membership
Welcome to new members! Any parishioners entering, leaving or moving within the parish should contact the Parish Office. Registration packets are available in the back of church or at the Parish Office
Bulletin Deadline
Any information for the parish bulletin should be submitted by Monday at noon.