About St. James the Greater Catholic Church
St. James the Greater Catholic Church is a Catholic church in Michigan located at 7878 E Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629, United States. As of April 2026, St. James the Greater Catholic Church holds a 4.9-star rating across 25 Google reviews. The St. James the Greater Catholic Church parish office answers at +19898215591.
Patron saint of St. James the Greater Catholic Church
James the Greater, Apostle
Feast day: Jul 25
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Where is St. James the Greater Catholic Church located?
St. James the Greater Catholic Church is located at 7878 E Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629, United States. The building sits at coordinates 44.46168, -84.74865, placing it in Higgins Lake, MI 48627.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
What to expect at a service at St. James the Greater 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.
St. James the Greater Catholic Church by the numbers
Questions and answers about St. James the Greater Catholic Church
- What denomination is St. James the Greater Catholic Church?
- This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
- Where is St. James the Greater Catholic Church located?
- The parish is located at 7878 E Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629, United States.
- Who is the patron saint of St. James the Greater Catholic Church?
- Saint James the Greater (James the Greater, Apostle). Feast day: Jul 25.
- How do visitors rate St. James the Greater Catholic Church?
- 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 25 Google reviews.
- Is St. James the Greater 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 the Greater Catholic Church, you can claim the listing to edit hours, photos, and announcements.
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