New Online Giving Portal

Click HERE for the link to the new online giving portal OR click on the Servant Keeper icon in the Applications segment in the footer section of the page.

*We now accept Apple Pay*

July 26, 2026

17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

“We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.” - ROMANS 8:28

Do you really trust God? Do you really believe that God will provide all that you need? Faith is a challenge for everyone at times. Putting our trust in God, in everything we do, in good times and in bad, means that God’s plan for our lives may be quite different than what we planned. When one door closes, another one opens. Trust in God, His plan is always better.

Mission Appeal Speaker—Sr. Rosanne Rustemeyer

Sr. Rosanne Rustemeyer, a School Sister of Notre Dame, will speak at the July 25/26 liturgies at St. James and St Joachim Parishes for the annual Missionary Cooperative Program. Sister has served 25 years in the Province of Africa, 15 years in Sierra Leone, West Africa, where she taught at secondary schools in Yengema and Kabala. When she returned to Sierra Leone in 2008 she served as a lecturer at the University of Makeni. Sr. Rosanne then served as the director of the development office of the Province of Africa located here in St. Louis. The SSND Province of Africa is composed of 92 Sisters serving in 5 countries in Africa. Of the 92 members, 84 are African women who have joined the Congregation of the School Sisters of Notre Dame.

The contributions received will be used for the School Sisters of Notre Dame’s missions in African countries where the Sisters serve: The Gambia, Sierra Leone, Ghana, Nigeria, and Kenya. A great need is support for the education and professional training of their African Sisters, as well as the formation of young women joining the
Congregation. General support so they can continue the great work they are doing is an ongoing need as well. If writing a check to make your contribution, it should be
made to your parish, St. James Parish or St. Joachim Parish with a notation of “mission” or “SSND”.

Read more about School Sisters of Notre Dame-Province of Africa by clicking the download below.

MISSION TRIP CANCELED

The Nehemiah Project mission trip scheduled for July 26–29 at St. Joachim Parish has been canceled due to an unexpected reduction in youth participation from the visiting group.

The community thank-you barbecue scheduled for Tuesday evening at St. James Parish is also canceled.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who offered their time, hospitality, prayers, and support. While this trip will not take place, the needs at St. Joachim and its historic grounds remain, and we hope another opportunity to serve may develop in the future. If you or a ministry you are a part of would like to bring others together to serve in this
manner, we would be happy to assist and make it happen.

For questions, please contact:
St. Joachim Parish
573-438-6181
parish345@archstl.org

St. James Parish
573-438-4686
stjameschurch@centurylink.net

Thank you for your understanding and continued prayers.

Magnifica Humanitas

Pope Leo XIV issued his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas on May 25, 2026. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing the 10 most powerful quotes from this encyclical courtesy of Ascension Press.

"5. Let us not be afraid to get our hands dirty on the “construction site” of our time (Magnifica Humanitas, 16).

The Church does not call us to passivity or withdrawal. In the spirit of the Gospel, the world (especially in this age shaped by artificial intelligence and rapid change) is not something to simply watch from a distance, but something to help shape with wisdom and love. As Christians, we are called to participate in the real life of society--culture, technology, politics, education--bringing the light of Christ into it. Rather than retreating into isolation, we are invited to be present in the world as faithful witnesses, working for what is true and good."

**direct quote from the following article: https://ascensionpress.com/blogs/articles/10-mostpowerful-quotes-from-pope-leo-xiv-s-first-encyclicalmagnificahumanitas?srsltid=AfmBOoow5KlXT1kz8-Sj2mHTgFx8QImAk1_TW_-2quCsNefOt63GC4C

https://www.vatican.va/content/leoxiv/en/encyclicals/documents/20260515-magnificahumanitas.html

St. James PSR NEWS

Enjoy your summer! Don't forget to attend Mass!

-Dr. Melissa Cordia

Ladies Sodality

Our next meeting is Aug. 4. The hall pantry & cleaning day is rescheduled
for Aug. 10. At our Fifth Sunday Brunch after the 8am Mass on August
30th, we will be honoring our senior members. We thank them for all they
have done for our church community!

-Bobbie Heifner, President

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

We were able to serve 149 families (413 total individuals) with 100 of them who were 65 & older this month through the generosity of our parishioners & other generous donors. We thank all those who donate their time, talent & treasure to help our community. We especially thank those who help us pack and distribute on our pantry distribution day.

"Lord, help me to make time today to serve you in those who are most in need of encouragement or assistance."
~St. Vincent de Paul

St. Vincent de Paul collection:
Canned meat, canned chili w/meat, boxed cereal, powdered milk, breakfast items

July 26, 2026

Put Your Faith into Action

Jesus calls us not only to believe, but to serve. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers a simple yet powerful way to answer that call. More than 2,800 Vincentians throughout our St. Louis Archdiocese are living the Gospel through friendship, prayer, and service. Together, they have contributed over 273,000 volunteer hours this year, helping neighbors facing difficult circumstances.

There is a place for you in this ministry. Whether you can give a few hours each month, make a financial contribution, or become a member, your participation helps bring Christ's compassion to those who need it most.

As we hear Christ's words in Matthew 25, let us ask ourselves: How is God calling me to serve? Join the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and become part of a mission that transforms lives—both theirs and yours.