African Methodist Episcopal · IN

Greater Saint James

2601 Massachusetts St, Gary, IN 46407

About Greater Saint James


Greater Saint James is a African Methodist Episcopal parish located at 2601 Massachusetts St, Gary, IN, 46407. The Greater Saint James parish office answers at +12198857058.

e offer opportunities for people and families of all ages to participate in a variety of programs and ministries, including: Family Fun Night, GSJ Cafe, Youth Ministry, Praise Dance Ministry for Adults and Youth, Health Ministry, Missionary Society, Choir, and Prayer Ministry, Center for Healing and Grief Support Ministry.

Patron saint of Greater Saint James


Saint James

James the Greater, Apostle

Feast day: Jul 25

Read about Saint James on Wikipedia →

Other parishes named after Saint James


5 other churches named in honor of Saint James are indexed in Churches List. The most-reviewed of those appear below.

Where is Greater Saint James located?


Greater Saint James is located at 2601 Massachusetts St, Gary, IN, 46407. The building sits at coordinates 41.57841, -87.33043, placing it in Gary, IN 46407.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

The neighborhood around Greater Saint James


The ZIP code 46407 area around Greater Saint James is home to 9,125 residents with a median household income of $26,502 and a median age of 41.1 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

9,125 Residents in ZIP 46407
41.1 Median age
$26,502 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at Greater Saint James


Methodists worship with a blend of structured liturgy and heartfelt singing — a Wesleyan inheritance.

  • Service length is about an hour. Expect hymn singing, readings, prayers, a sermon, and often Holy Communion.
  • Communion is an "open table" — anyone seeking Christ is welcome to receive.
  • Dress is casual to business-casual.

Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Questions and answers about Greater Saint James


What denomination is Greater Saint James?
This parish is part of the African Methodist Episcopal tradition.
Where is Greater Saint James located?
The parish is located at 2601 Massachusetts St, Gary, IN, 46407.
Who is the patron saint of Greater Saint James?
Saint James (James the Greater, Apostle). Feast day: Jul 25.

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