All Are Welcome

After more than 150 years in Kearney, the parish of St. James has a rich history as a community of Catholic worship and an established legacy of service to the people of Kearney and the surrounding areas.

We invite our Catholic brothers and sisters, as well as visitors from other denominations, to pray and celebrate the Sacraments with us. You will be welcomed and embraced as we join together as one in the presence of God.

Weekend Mass Times

Saturday – 5:00 pm

Sunday – 8:30 am & 10:30 am
 - Misa en Español – 12:30 pm
 - Mass in Vietnamese - 3:00 pm
     (every 1st Sunday)

Adoration

Tuesday - 12:30 pm - 9:00 pm 
Wednesday - 12:30 pm - 9:00 pm 

RECONCILIATION

Saturday – 3:30-4:30 pm
(or by appointment)

 

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

First Fridays – 8:30 am - 1:00 pm

Weekday Mass Times

Monday – No Mass

Tuesday – 12:00 pm

Wednesday – 12:00 pm

Thursday – 8:15 am 
(with KCHS)

Friday – 8:00 am

St. James Rosary Times

 Rosary and Evening Prayer (Liturgy of the Hours)
Tuesdays at 6:15 pm in the church

Every Sunday before the 8:30 am and 10:30 am Masses

* This is the regular Mass schedule - be sure to check the Weekly Bulletin or our Mass Times page for any changes!

Our Mission

St. James parish was established in 1881 to be a sign of the presence of the Kingdom of God, to spread the Good News of the Gospel, and to minister and serve others. As Catholics, we believe in Jesus' dying and rising and in our call to celebrate the Sacraments and proclaim the Gospel.


St. James is Live Streaming Masses according to the following schedule:

Saturday - 5:00 pm - Weekend Mass
Monday - 8:00 am - No Live Streaming
Tuesday - 8:00 am &  12:00 Noon - No Live Streaming
Wednesday - 8:00 am & 12:00 Noon - No Live Streaming
Thursday - 8:00 am - No Live Streaming
Friday - No Live Streaming

These can be viewed either live or replay directly from the St. James Kearney YouTube Channel or by using the “Mass Videos” button on the St. James myParish App.


Fishing with St. James

Sunday, July 5, 2026

Another Fishing Story

“Thus says the LORD: Rejoice heartily, O daughter Zion, shout for joy, O daughter Jerusalem! See, your king shall come to you; a just savior is he.” (Zechariah 9:9)
     As we celebrate 250 years as a country and the 4th of July, we are reminded of the one who rules in truth and in love, Jesus Christ. Our great country was founded on faith and on absolute trust in God that He will always guide us and protect us. This weekend we give thanks for the blessings we enjoy and we pray for God to be the guide and source of all that happens in our country. There are many forces of evil and even modern persecutions and prejudices that still exist in America and it is our right and duty to pray for justice and guidance for the future protection and dignity of all peoples.
     I also wanted to mention that we are beginning our planning for our annual celebration of Oktoberfest. This is truly a way for us as a parish community to come together and express God’s goodness to us, His fidelity and lasting effects of His love. Oktoberfest is an event that brings the whole parish together and gathers the entire community of Kearney. As we begin our planning, I want to personally invite all to be a part of this great event, which will take place on October 11th
this year. I am in particular need of committee members to help coordinate and plan the different aspects of the day and the particulars of Oktoberfest. Please pray and reflect with me as to where you can help us to make this event an opportunity for all to enjoy the bounty of the Lord. If you are willing to help on a committee, please call the parish office and we will get you in contact with an Oktoberfest committee member.
     We are so blessed as a parish, as a family and as a nation. The right praise and worship of our loving God is to give thanks, to Glorify and proclaim His goodness. This week, let us take the time to be grateful and to seek the guidance we need.

In Jesus – Through Mary & Joseph
Fr. Josh Brown

 


Otra historia de pesca

“Así dice el Señor: ¡Alégrate sobremanera, hija de Sión; grita de júbilo, ¡hija de Jerusalén! Mira, tu rey viene hacia ti; él es un salvador justo.” (Zacarías 9:9)
     Al celebrar los 250 años de nuestro país y el 4 de julio, recordamos a Aquel que reina con verdad y amor: Jesucristo. Nuestra gran nación fue fundada sobre la fe y la confianza absoluta en Dios, con la certeza de que Él siempre nos guiará y nos protegerá. Este fin de semana damos gracias por las bendiciones que disfrutamos y pedimos a Dios que sea la guía y la fuente de todo lo que sucede en nuestro país. Existen muchas fuerzas del mal e incluso persecuciones y prejuicios modernos que aún persisten en Estados Unidos, y es nuestro derecho y nuestro deber orar por la justicia y por la guía de Dios para la protección futura y la dignidad de todos los pueblos.
     También quisiera mencionar que estamos comenzando la planificación de nuestra celebración anual del Oktoberfest. Esta es verdaderamente una oportunidad para que, como comunidad parroquial, nos reunamos y demos testimonio de la bondad de Dios hacia nosotros, de su fidelidad y de los frutos duraderos de su amor. El Oktoberfest es un evento que une a toda la parroquia y reúne a toda la comunidad de Kearney. Al comenzar esta planificación, quiero invitar personalmente a todos a formar parte de este gran acontecimiento, que se llevará a cabo el 11 de octubre de este año. En particular, necesito miembros para los diferentes comités que ayuden a coordinar y planificar los distintos aspectos del día y los detalles del Oktoberfest. Les pido que oren y reflexionen conmigo sobre la manera en que pueden colaborar para que este evento sea una oportunidad para que todos disfruten de la abundancia del Señor. Si está dispuesto a ayudar en un comité, por favor llame a la oficina parroquial y lo pondremos en contacto con un miembro del comité del Oktoberfest.
     Somos inmensamente bendecidos como parroquia, como familia y como nación. La mejor manera de alabar y adorar a nuestro Dios amoroso es darle gracias, glorificarlo y proclamar su bondad. Esta semana, tomémonos el tiempo para ser agradecidos y para buscar la guía que necesitamos.

En Jesús – Por medio de María y José
Pd. Josh Brown

 

 

St. James Stained Glass Window

St. James Catholic Church

3801 Avenue A, Kearney, NE 68847
308-234-5536
[email protected]

Parish Office Hours

Winter Hours:
Mon-Thurs – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Fri – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Summer Hours:
Mon-Thurs – 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Fri – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Kearney Catholic High School

110 East 35th Street, Kearney, NE 68847
308-234-2610
kearneycatholic.org

KCHS Foundation

20 East 21st Street, Kearney, NE 68847
308-236-6903
kchsfoundation.org