Catholic church · OH · Historic register · Verified Apr 2026

St James Catholic Church

1652 OAKLAND PARK AVENUE, Columbus, OH 43224
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4.6 · 96 Google reviews

About St James Catholic Church


St James Catholic Church is a Catholic church in Columbus, Ohio located at 1652 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus, OH 43224. As of April 2026, St James Catholic Church holds a 4.6-star rating across 96 Google reviews. You can reach St James Catholic Church at (614) 262-1179.

Patron saint of St James Catholic Church


Saint James

James the Greater, Apostle

Feast day: Jul 25

Read about Saint James on Wikipedia →

Other churches 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.

When does St James Catholic Church hold services?


St James Catholic Church publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 9 AM–4 PM, Thursday 9 AM–4 PM, Friday 9 AM–4 PM, Saturday 9 AM–4 PM, Sunday 8 AM–2 PM, Monday 9 AM–4 PM, Tuesday 9 AM–4 PM. All times are local to Columbus, OH.

Wednesday
9 AM–4 PM
Thursday
9 AM–4 PM
Friday
9 AM–4 PM
Saturday
9 AM–4 PM
Sunday
8 AM–2 PM
Monday
9 AM–4 PM
Tuesday
9 AM–4 PM

Ministries and programs at St James Catholic Church


  • · Saint James

Where is St James Catholic Church located?


St James Catholic Church is located at 1652 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus, OH 43224. The building sits at coordinates 40.03199, -82.96945, placing it in Columbus, OH 43224.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, May 19, 2026.

The neighborhood around St James Catholic Church


The ZIP code 43224 area around St James Catholic Church is home to 43,391 residents with a median household income of $47,078 and a median age of 35.5 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

43,391 Residents in ZIP 43224
35.5 Median age
$47,078 Median household income

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

What to expect at a service at St James Catholic Church


Roman Catholic parishes follow a structured liturgy called the Mass, celebrated worldwide in the same order.

  • Mass lasts about an hour and includes Scripture readings, a homily, hymns, and Holy Communion.
  • Visitors are welcome. Only baptized Catholics in good standing receive Communion; others come forward with arms crossed for a blessing.
  • Dress is modest but not formal — business casual is typical for Sunday Mass.

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

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Wednesday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

St James Catholic Church on the National Register of Historic Places


St James Catholic Church is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 100010473, added to the Register on 2024-07-05.

Read the official NPS nomination for St James Catholic Church →

Your Sunday at St James Catholic Church


Service window 8 AM–2 PM
Nearest transit Oakland Park Ave & Oaklawn St · 289 ft
Coffee after Maryams Halal Taste of New York · 272 ft

St James Catholic Church by the numbers


96 Google reviews to date

Questions and answers about St James Catholic Church


What denomination is St James Catholic Church?
This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
What are the service times at St James Catholic Church?
Published hours: Wednesday 9 AM–4 PM, Thursday 9 AM–4 PM, Friday 9 AM–4 PM, Saturday 9 AM–4 PM, Sunday 8 AM–2 PM, Monday 9 AM–4 PM, Tuesday 9 AM–4 PM
What is the phone number for St James Catholic Church?
You can reach St James Catholic Church at (614) 262-1179.
Where is St James Catholic Church located?
St James Catholic Church is located at 1652 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus, OH 43224.
Is St James Catholic Church on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes — NRHP reference 100010473, added 2024-07-05.
Who is the patron saint of St James Catholic Church?
Saint James (James the Greater, Apostle). Feast day: Jul 25.
How do visitors rate St James Catholic Church?
4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 96 Google reviews.
Is St James Catholic Church the official listing?
This listing is compiled from public Google Business data and has not yet been claimed by the church. If you represent St James Catholic Church, you can claim the listing to edit hours, photos, and announcements.

Visitor notes about St James Catholic Church


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