James Statue, and handrails in the sanctuary improve safety and commitment to providing a welcoming environment for our community.Ĭontinuing the legacy entrusted to us by the sacrifices of previous generations, we have purchased property across Vincent street on the south side of Pacific Coast Highway.
These sparkling glass doors, repairs to the St. Parish improvements include a new canopy entry project and upgrades to the doors of the church. Many new ministries are starting and are changing lives and helping the parish grow to spiritual maturity, helping to make Saint James a holy, healthy and vibrant parish community.
Father Jim Kavanagh retired and resides at Saint James. In 2011, Monsignor Michael Meyers joined the parish as pastor. He was assisted in his service by Associate Pastors Father Joe Kammerer and Father Brendan Kearney, and Deacons Richard Shinkle and Bob Miller. In 2002 a new era began – Father Nichols was reassigned and Father Jim Kavanagh was appointed pastor of St. There were also several changes in the school. Currently, lunches are provided by a group of volunteers every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The modernized kitchen became the focus of an effort to feed the homeless in our area. Finally, the hall was redecorated inside and out, including updating the kitchen. The parish offices were taken out of the rectory and moved to the former convent across the street, which was completely renovated for this purpose. In addition, all of the pews were refurbished. The choir area was improved with a new concert piano and staggered choir seating. In the church, a new state-of-the-art electronic organ replaced the previous organ and a new sound system was installed. The establishment of a pastoral committee enhanced communication between the church leadership and the parish family. The result was a registered parish population of 3000 families. A parish wide census, requiring many manpower hours, was conducted. During his twelve years, he brought many new and wonderful changes. That same year, the bimonthly newsletter, which had been discontinued, began again.įather Tim Nichols became pastor of St. In 1977, Father Gerald Walker began thirteen years of leadership of St. The church was dedicated on June 18, 1961. The new church and rectory were completed in 1961. Along the sides of the church, above the Stations of the Cross, are the Ten Commandments, also depicted in stained glass.
#REV. JIM NICHOLS WHITE PAGES ALABAMA WINDOWS#
Three of the windows – the Transfiguration, the Calling of the Apostles to be Fishers of Men, and Christ Raising the Daughter of Jairus from the dead – are massive, compelling works of art. The designs for the stained glass windows were all envisioned by Father O’Gorman. During the building of the new church, the hall became the temporary chapel. The priests moved into a house on Vincent Street and demolition of the old buildings began. Within a few months, during which time Father Hill served as administrator, Father O’Gorman was appointed as pastor and he continued preparations for the building of the new church.
Father Morris began preparations to build a larger church, but, sadly, died before his work was completed. – JRR Tolkien (said to C.S.The Catholic population in 19 families. “Your inability to understand stems from a lack of imagination on your part.” I’ve prayed that something that I’ve shared has blessed you, caused you to think, or invited you to pause – to be still – and to know you are loved by an amazing God! Ultimately, know that as you read my wanderings, you’ve been prayed for. I try never to copy or repeat, but occasionally it happens, so my apologies in advance. In the About Me section, you can learn more about me and why I chose to use the words “grace and peace.” I also have several years of posts here, and you can find them in the “posts” section. In a world filled with words, I try and share things that I’m wrestling with – things that I find help deepen my faith, or invite me to ask great questions. Thanks for taking the time to stop by, read a bit, and maybe even share a comment with me.
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