"Walk by faith and not by sight"
Welcome to
The Catholic Church in East St. James Parish
In the Cluster of East St. James Parish, we wholeheartedly embrace our mission to "Focus on Faith, Sacraments, Gospel, and Community." With compassion, we strive to be the hands and feet of Christ, reaching out to those in need and sharing His comforting message. Our welcoming space is a refuge for everyone, fostering solace and support as we come together to nurture a vibrant and loving community centered on God’s Church.
Mass Schedule
ST JOSEPH
2130 Rectory St (Hwy 44) Paulina, LA
Saturday
3 - 3:50PM Confession
4:00 PM Vigil Mass
Sunday
10:00 AM Mass
MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS
615 Main St,
Gramercy, LA
Saturday
6:00 PM Mass
Sunday
4 - 4:50PM Confession
5PM Mass
Monthly Youth Mass
Every 1st Sunday of Each Month
Calling All Youth & Young Adults
You are an essential part of the Body of Christ and our church parish!
Are you looking for a way to grow closer to Christ, share your gifts and talents, and become more involved in the life of the Church?
Our Monthly Youth Mass takes place on the first weekend of each month, and we invite YOU (ages 13 through college students) to serve in a variety of ministries.
Jesus reminds us, "Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them; for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.'" Matthew 19:14
As members of the Body of Christ, each of us has unique gifts to share. Youth Mass provides an opportunity for young people to actively participate in the celebration of the Eucharist, deepen their faith, and discover the joy of serving others.
Interested? Complete the Youth Mass interest form by scanning the QR code on the flyer!
See you all in the Eucharist!
Upcoming Events
List of Services
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JCDA Workshop
JCDA Workshop.
This Sunday, July 19th.
Join us right after 10:00 mass in the Chanel Cafeteria for some music and social time before the workshop starts at 11:30.
Not a JCDA member? It’s only $5 to join. Please contact Rhonda Louque for more information.
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Pizza, Praise & Painting
Rooted in Christ will sponsor a Pizza, Praise & Painting event on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the St. Michael Church Hall in Convent. The event will take place from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. and is open to youth aged 13 through college. For more information or to sign up, please visit our Facebook page or contact Ashley Boyd or Libby Hotard.
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Knights of Columbus Monthly Benefit Dinner
The Knights of Columbus will hold its monthly Sunday benefit dinner on July 26th. The menu will be baked chicken, dirty rice, cole slaw and garlic bread. Proceeds will benefit the Garden of Angels. Cost is $11.00 per plate. Lunches can be picked up at the KC home in Lutcher starting at 10:30 AM. Orders can be called in to 869-8184.
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Cluster Blood Drive!
Join us for our blood drive!
Pint for a Pint
The Catholic Church in East St. James Parish will hold a blood drive on Sunday, July 26th from 9:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M. in the St. Peter Chanel Cafeteria. Please help us reach our goal of 30 units!
Blood donors will receive a voucher for a FREE pint of Blue Bell ice cream, plus the new 250th Birthday T-Shirt, then choice of Family Blood Coverage, Blood Replacement or Heart Club!
SEE YOU ALL SUNDAY THE 26TH!
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First Friday DevotionList Item 3
First Friday Mass is a monthly devotion dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. It is held on the first Friday of every month to offer reparation for sins and to honor the boundless love and mercy of Jesus Christ.
Join us next month, August 7th at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Chapel in Lutcher for 7 A.M. Mass. Following the Mass, we will have Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the Chapel until Benediction with Anointing for all who desire it, starting at 5:00 P.M.
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Backpack MassList Item 1
Get ready for a fun and special blessing for your school bags! Join us on Sunday, August 9th, at the 10:00 A.M. Mass, where Fr. Laz will bless all backpacks and school bags. It’s a great way to kick off the new school year together! We can’t wait to see all the students at St. Joseph Church in Paulina. Don’t miss out!
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Chateau St. James Weekly MassList Item 2
Every Monday at 10:00 A.M., a warm and welcoming Mass is celebrated for the residents of Chateau St. James, our beloved local nursing home in Lutcher. This serene gathering offers an opportunity for reflection, connection, and spiritual nourishment. Family members are encouraged to join, adding to the sense of community and support during this meaningful time together.
St. Peter Chanel Interparochial Elementary School
2590 Louisiana Hwy. 44
Paulina, LA 70763-2705
Phone: 225-869-5778 • Fax: 225-869-8131
- Email: chanel.school@stpchanel.org
Regular Office Hours: 7am - 3pm
Paula Poche, Principal
https://www.stpchanel.org/parent-resources
Since 1935, our school has been providing a top-quality education to the children of the River Parishes and surrounding areas. We are very proud to be nationally recognized as a SACS accredited school and strive to inspire our students to excel in all aspects of their lives spiritually, physically, intellectually, morally, and culturally.
St. Peter Chanel's mission is to provide a Christ-centered curriculum that will enable our young people to integrate the teachings of their Catholic-Christian faith into every aspect of their lives.
Stay Connected
Annoucements
Announcements for the Weekend of July 11/12, 2026
1. St. Joseph Church needs volunteers to help the current ladies clean the church. Please call the Pastoral Center to volunteer.
2. The Christ by Candlelight prayer service at St. Michael Church will change from first Tuesday to First Monday of every month starting August 3rd.
3. If you have moved or had an address change, kindly contact the Pastoral Center to update our records. Thank you.
4. Next weekend, July 25/26, the second collection is for the WOTE Mission Appeal.
5. Our cluster blood drive is Sunday, July 25 at SPC Cafeteria from 9am-1pm. Please consider making a donation to help us reach our cluster goal of 30 units.
6. The KC chicken dinner is Sunday, July 26. Proceeds will benefit the Garden of Angels.
7. Please stay current about our parish events by reading the cluster bulletin.
Livestream Mass
Unfortunately our livstream is down right now. We hope to have it live again soon. Thank you for your patience.
The Sunday Mass at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph Church is now being live-streamed. Each weeks mass will be on the Facebook page until the next Sunday's mass is aired. The readings and Homily from each Sunday will be available on The Catholic Church of East Saint James YouTube channel.
Our live-streamed 10:00am Mass on FaceBook is offered for the spiritual enrichment and benefit of any and all viewers. However, it CANNOT fulfill the moral obligation to attend Sunday Mass. Because of their disability, the sick and infirmed are automatically dispensed from this obligation; this Mass is explicitly for their benefit. All others without a factual impediment are always under moral obligation to attend Sunday Mass.
Religious Services
PERPETUAL ADORATION:
Our Perpetual Adoration Chapel is opened at Prompt Succor Chapel. If you or someone you know would be willing to sign up for an hour, please contact Jason Amato or Bobby Lear.
BAPTISMS:
Please contact Mrs. Missy Laurent at the Pastoral Center.
FUNERALS:
Please contact your Funeral Home and Donna Rochon at the Pastoral Center to coordinate these services.
WEDDINGS:
Please contact the Pastoral Center for details.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK / COMMUNION TO THE HOME-BOUND:
Please contact the Pastoral Center for a priest to address these needs.
St. Vincent De Paul
St. Vincent DePaul Thrift Stores in Lutcher is open. We will strive to operate our Food Pantry on our designated days taking into accou nt the health and well-being of our volunteers and clients. We will continue to provide emergency services as need through the Catholic Church Pastoral Center at 225-869-5751 or St. Vincent DePaul at 225-869-1078 leaving a message.
Cemetery Space Available
Please contact:
Donna Rochon (504)494-7112 or Tania Bourgeois (225)206-7880
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