St James Catholic Church
1652 Oakland Park Ave, columbus, OH 43224
About St James Catholic Church
St. James Catholic Church is located in the Oakland Park neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio, serving the surrounding residential community. As a Catholic parish, St. James maintains traditional liturgical practices while engaging its congregation through contemporary ministries and outreach programs. The parish offers Sunday Mass as its primary worship service and provides comprehensive faith formation through its RCIA program for adults interested in the Catholic faith and its CCD religious education program for children. St. James supports active lay participation through the Knights of Columbus, a fraternal organization for men, and maintains a dedicated Youth Ministry program. The church serves families of all ages and those seeking spiritual growth within the Catholic tradition. Located at 1652 Oakland Park Avenue, St. James provides ample parking and is fully wheelchair accessible to accommodate all parishioners. The church features a nursery for families with young children, air conditioning for comfort during services, and offers live-streamed Masses for those unable to attend in person. Coffee and fellowship time allows parishioners to connect following services. The parish maintains strong community connections and welcomes those interested in learning more about Catholic faith and practice. More information about St. James Catholic Church can be found at https://www.stjames-cpps.org/.
About Catholic Churches
The Catholic Church is the world's oldest and largest Christian institution, tracing its leadership through an unbroken line of popes back to the Apostle Peter. The Mass — the central act of Catholic worship — follows a liturgical calendar and culminates in the Eucharist, which Catholics believe is the real presence of Christ. Catholic life is shaped by seven sacraments: Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. Parishes typically offer multiple Sunday Masses, daily Mass, confession hours, and robust faith formation programs. The Church's social teaching on human dignity, care for the poor, and the common good is expressed through extensive charitable and educational ministries worldwide.
Plan Your Visit
Get directions →First service starts at Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM — plan to arrive 10 minutes early
On-site parking is available — no need to hunt for street parking
Children's ministry and nursery run during all services — kids are welcome
Fully wheelchair accessible — contact the church for specific accessibility needs
Can't make it in person? Services are live streamed online
Dress code is casual — come as you are
Check the website for any schedule changes before your visit
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🕐 Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🕐 Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🕐 Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does St James Catholic Church hold services?
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where is St James Catholic Church located?
1652 Oakland Park Ave, columbus, OH 43224
What denomination is St James Catholic Church?
St James Catholic Church is a Catholic church.
How do I contact St James Catholic Church?
Call (614) 262-1179 or visit https://www.stjames-cpps.org/.
What is St James Catholic Church known for?
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Church Health Score
Based on Google rating, reviews, and online presence
Strong
This church scores 80/100 compared to other Catholic churches in columbus.
Catholic Benchmarks
Hartford Seminary + ECFA national averages
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