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St. James Catholic Church

Diocese of La Crosse

Directions

Address

453 S. Main Street
Amherst, WI 54406

Website

www.sjsmmc.com

About St. James Catholic Church

St. James Catholic Church is a Roman Rite parish located in Amherst, Wisconsin. It belongs to the Diocese of La Crosse. The parish is named after Saint James the Greater, one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus and the brother of Saint John the Evangelist. He is traditionally considered the patron saint of pilgrims and Spain.

The parish offers Mass seven times per week, including two Sunday Masses. Confession is available six times per week. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is also offered twice weekly.


St. James Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Amherst, Wisconsin, part of the Diocese of La Crosse. The parish offers Mass 7 times per week, including Sunday at 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Confession is available on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday, Friday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8:30 AM
10:30 AM

Tuesday

8:15 AM

Wednesday

8:15 AM

Thursday

8:15 AM

Friday

8:15 AM

Saturday

4 PM

Confession Schedule

Sunday

11:30 AMAfter the 10:30 am Mass; kindly leave a note in the sacristy before Mass

Tuesday

8:45 AMAfter weekday Masses; kindly leave a note in the sacristy before Mass

Wednesday

8:45 AMAfter weekday Masses; kindly leave a note in the sacristy before Mass

Thursday

8:45 AMAfter weekday Masses; kindly leave a note in the sacristy before Mass

Friday

8:45 AMAfter weekday Masses; kindly leave a note in the sacristy before Mass

Saturday

3:30 PM

Eucharistic Adoration

Friday: 8:45 AM (After morning Mass on the First Friday of every month)
Thursday: 8:45 AM (After morning Mass on the First Thursday of every month)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

St. James Catholic Church Mass times: Sunday at 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

When is confession at St. James Catholic Church?

St. James Catholic Church confession times: Sunday 11:30 AM; Tuesday 8:45 AM; Wednesday 8:45 AM; Thursday 8:45 AM; Friday 8:45 AM; Saturday 3:30 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 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: 8:15 AM.

Where is St. James Catholic Church located?

St. James Catholic Church is located at 453 S. Main Street, Amherst, WI 54406. 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: Thursday 8:45 AM; Friday 8:45 AM.