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St. James Catholic Church

Diocese of Rockford

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Address

221 Kirke Gate
Lee, IL 60530

About St. James Catholic Church

St. James Catholic Church is a Roman Rite parish located in Lee, IL, within the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois. The parish is named after St. James the Greater, one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. He was martyred in Jerusalem around 44 AD and is recognized as the patron saint of pilgrims and Spain.

The parish offers Mass five times per week, including one Sunday Mass. Confession is available at two scheduled times, and adoration is offered once per week.


St. James Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Lee, Illinois, part of the Diocese of Rockford. The parish offers Mass 6 times per week, including Sunday at 8:30 AM. Confession is available on Sunday, Saturday, Monday, Wednesday, Tuesday, Friday, Thursday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8:30 AM

Tuesday

8:30 AM

Wednesday

8:30 AM

Thursday

8:30 AM

Friday

8:30 AM

Saturday

4:30 PM

Confession Schedule

Sunday

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM
7:50 AM - 8:15 AM

Monday

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM

Tuesday

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM

Wednesday

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM

Thursday

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM

Friday

7:30 AM - 8:15 AM

Saturday

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3:50 PM - 4:15 PM

Eucharistic Adoration

Friday: 9 AM - 10:05 AM (On First Fridays, after 8:30 am Mass, followed by Benediction)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. James Catholic Church?

St. James Catholic Church Mass times: Sunday at 8:30 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Friday.

When is confession at St. James Catholic Church?

St. James Catholic Church confession times: Sunday 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM, 7:50 AM - 8:15 AM; Monday 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM; Tuesday 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM; Wednesday 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM; Thursday 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM; Friday 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM; Saturday 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM, 3:50 PM - 4:15 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. James Catholic Church?

Yes, St. James Catholic Church celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4:30 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does St. James Catholic Church have daily Mass?

Yes, St. James Catholic Church offers daily Mass on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 8:30 AM.

Where is St. James Catholic Church located?

St. James Catholic Church is located at 221 Kirke Gate, Lee, IL 60530. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does St. James Catholic Church have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, St. James Catholic Church offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Friday 9 AM - 10:05 AM.