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LIVE THE MISSION
OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHRISTIAN SERVICE
St. James is far more than just a beautiful place to worship. St. James is a family, filled with caring individuals who devote themselves tirelessly to building up our church and our greater Lakewood community. We need your unique God-given gifts and talents to join us!
Find a way to get plugged in while spreading Jesus' love and mission.
Welcome Wagon
Welcome new parishioners to St. James and help them get quickly integrated into parish life.
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Mary Westmeyer
Coffee & Donuts Fellowship
Help create a lively, fun, and welcoming atmosphere for fellowship following the Sunday 10:30am Mass in Andrews Hall. Set-up, clean-up, and money counting.
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John Sabo
216-228-4168
Communion to Homebound
Bring Jesus' love to those in our parish unable to attend Mass by bringing Communion to the homebound.
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Toni Sabo
216-228-4168
Children's Liturgy of the Word
Help the children understand the Mass at their level. Sundays during the 10:30am Mass, September through May.
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Toni Sabo
216-228-4168
Eucharistic Ministers
Assists the priest in administering the sacraments of Holy Communion, the consecrated bread and wine, to the people.
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St. James Parish Office
stjameslakewood@ohiocoxmail.com
216-712-6755 or 216-226-5116
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Assists those in need with good and financial assistance during emergency situations
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St. James Parish Office
stjameslakewood@ohiocoxmail.com
216-712-6755 or 216-226-5116
Altar Servers
Assiststs the clergy during Mass, by helping with tasks at the altar such as fetching and carrying, ringing the altar bell, among other things.
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Alec Pacella
Respect Life
Promotes the dignity of all human life, from conception to natural death; aids pregnancy centers; empowers the parish to act on legislative life issues.
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Toni Sabo
216-228-4168
Communications
Develop beautiful and engaging ways to communicate what's happening at St. James. New ideas & volunteers welcome!
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Mary Westmeyer
Parish Life
Seeks to create a dynamic parish experience through evangelization, education, and social activities.
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Darlene Hood
216-521-4061
Property Development
Focuses on the short-term and long-term development and usages of each physical building.
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Dave Abramczyk
216-741-5514
Community Meal
Provide a free hot meal to guests Held on the second Wednesday of each month at 6p (set-up starts at 3p). Come for as little or as long as you can.
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Cornelius J. O'Sullivan, Esq.
Prayer Blanket Ministry
Craft warm blankets to "cover" the recipients with love and prayers during a time of illness or grief. No previous experience needed.
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Colleen Houk
216-226-5116
James Gang
Work together to keep our Church, Hall, and Parish Center looking their best. Participation is flexible per your availibility.
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Laureen Nowakowski
Giving Tree
Coordinates Advent/Summer donations of gifts for needy refugee families through Catholic Charities Migration & Refugee Services.
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St. James Parish Office
stjameslakewood@ohiocoxmail.com
216-712-6755 or 216-226-5116
Skilled Services
Team of parishioners with specialized knowledge and/or licensing in plumbing, electrical, OSHA, construction, plastering, etc.
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Ed Westmeyer
440-315-3483
Sacred Heart | Bereavement
Provides a luncheon and compassionate, friendly support to grieving families after a loved one's funeral. Prepare a dish; serve, and/or clean-up per availability.
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St. James Parish Office