About St. James
St. James is a Catholic church located at 742 E. Clay Street, Decatur, IL, 62521. You can reach St. James at +12174287733.
Patron saint of St. James
Other churches named after Saint James
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Saint James
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Saint James Catholic Church
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Catholic · Philadelphia, PA
Saint James Catholic Church
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Saint James Less Roman Catholic Church
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St. James
Where is St. James located?
St. James is located at 742 E. Clay Street, Decatur, IL, 62521. The building sits at coordinates 39.83928, -88.94712, placing it in Decatur, IL 62521.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
The neighborhood around St. James
The ZIP code 62521 area around St. James is home to 33,453 residents with a median household income of $62,955 and a median age of 42.1 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.
What to expect at a service at St. James
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.
Questions and answers about St. James
- What denomination is St. James?
- This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
- Where is St. James located?
- St. James is located at 742 E. Clay Street, Decatur, IL, 62521.
- Who is the patron saint of St. James?
- Saint James (James the Greater, Apostle). Feast day: Jul 25.
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