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St James Catholic Church

P.O. Box 128, Kearney, NE 68848
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4.7 · 87 Google reviews

About St James Catholic Church


St James Catholic Church is a Catholic church in Kearney, Nebraska located at 3801 Avenue A, Kearney, NE 68847, United States. As of April 2026, St James Catholic Church holds a 4.7-star rating across 87 Google reviews. The St James Catholic Church parish office answers at +1 308-234-5536.

Patron saint of St James Catholic Church


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.

When does St James Catholic Church hold services?


St James Catholic Church publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 7:30 am–9 pm, Thursday 7:30 am–9 pm, Friday 7:30 am–9 pm, Saturday 7:30 am–9 pm, Sunday 7:30 am–9 pm, Monday 7:30 am–9 pm, Tuesday 7:30 am–9 pm. All times are local to Kearney, NE.

Wednesday
7:30 am–9 pm
Thursday
7:30 am–9 pm
Friday
7:30 am–9 pm
Saturday
7:30 am–9 pm
Sunday
7:30 am–9 pm
Monday
7:30 am–9 pm
Tuesday
7:30 am–9 pm

Where is St James Catholic Church located?


St James Catholic Church is located at 3801 Avenue A, Kearney, NE 68847, United States. The building sits at coordinates 40.74916, -74.10318, placing it in Kearney, NE 68848.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

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 parishes 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.

Your Sunday at St James Catholic Church


Service window 7:30 am–9 pm

St James Catholic Church by the numbers


87 Google reviews to date

Questions and answers about St James Catholic Church


What denomination is St James Catholic Church?
This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
What are the service times at St James Catholic Church?
Published hours: Wednesday 7:30 am–9 pm, Thursday 7:30 am–9 pm, Friday 7:30 am–9 pm, Saturday 7:30 am–9 pm, Sunday 7:30 am–9 pm, Monday 7:30 am–9 pm, Tuesday 7:30 am–9 pm
What is the phone number for St James Catholic Church?
You can reach the parish at +1 308-234-5536.
Where is St James Catholic Church located?
The parish is located at 3801 Avenue A, Kearney, NE 68847, United States.
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?
4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 87 Google reviews.
Is St James Catholic Church the official parish listing?
This listing is compiled from public Google Business data and has not yet been claimed by the parish. If you represent St James Catholic Church, you can claim the listing to edit hours, photos, and announcements.

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