St. James Antiochian Orthodox Church

08/26/2026

St James Parents.

Summer vacation is over and Sunday School classes wil resume on September 13th here at St James.
Please register your school aged children to participate in this program that will help our children understand the faith, grow closer to the Lord, and lead a Christian life in this harsh world.

We encourage ALL parents to register and join our Sunday School classes. We have partnered with a sister church to deliver a well planned program. We also have a group of dedicated teachers that put a lot of effort in preparing and delivering these lessons.

It is Your responsibility, as Orthodox Christian parents, to help your children grow in the faith.
Luke 18: 16 "But Jesus called the children to him and said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.’”

Please use the link below to register for class.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScn3N8iOaHSkxEpnMX4eWqu7nhE3DtaOH9kZngiNqZKI0YYKA/viewform

If you have any questions or concerns, or if you would like to join our teaching team, please contact Dr Amal Hajjar, or Michael Hajjar

We can't wait to for class to start and get to meet your children.
***Make sure you and your kids stop by the Sunday School team's table after the Divine Liturgy!!

May the Lord bless you and your families.

St James Sunday School Team.

08/14/2026

The Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos tonight at 7 pm. Come celebrate with us and join us for a potluck dinner

08/13/2026

St James family,

Join us for an evening of prayer and fellowship
Fri, August 14 @ 7:00PM — Divine Liturgy for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos.

Followed by a potluck dinner. So, bring whatever dish you would like to share.
We are looking forward to coming together and celebrate this holy event with you all.

شاركونا يوم الجمعه الساعة ٧ مساءا في عشيه صلاة للاحتفال بجناز عيد رقاد والدة الإله.
يتبعه وجبة عشاء تشترك فيها جميعا.

God bless you all.

07/13/2026

UPDATE:

The arrangements for condolences and funeral service are as following:
*Tomorrow, Tuesday 7/14, the family of Ayham Akroush will accept codolences at St James Church from 6 pm to 9 pm.

* Thursday 7/16:
9.30 am to 11 am Visitation
11 am to 12 pm funeral service followed by burial at The Gates of Heaven Cemetary
1.30 pm mercy meal at St James.
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I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die." John 11: 25-26

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Ayham Akroush who faithfully served St. James Church for nearly 40 years as our Choir Leader.

For almost four decades, his unwavering dedication, steadfast leadership, and love for sacred music enriched our worship and inspired generations of choir members and parishioners.

His legacy of faithful service, kindness, and devotion to God and to his church will never be forgotten. We are deeply grateful for the many years he gave so selflessly to our parish, and for the lasting impact he made on our community.

Fr. Fino, members of St James Parish Council, and all St James organizations extend their deepest condolences to Ayham's family and loved ones. Please keep them in your prayers during this difficult time. May the Lord grant Ayham eternal rest, and may the Lord's perpetual light shine upon him.

Condolences and funeral arrangements will be announced later.

06/25/2026

Let us all help the Loveland food pantry provide for young men and women in need:

We need the following items:

65 bottles of men’s body wash

40 bottles of women's body wash

20 packs of women’s disposable razors (5‑pack)

35 packs of men’s disposable razors (5‑pack)

175 packets of dental floss

The deadline for donations is July 15.

God bless you all.

06/24/2026

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06/21/2026

Dear St James Family,

While Ayham and his family appreciate all the love that each and every one of you have shown them by trying to call, text or even visit, they ask you all graciously to give them some privacy to deal with this critical stage of Ayham's therapy. It is difficult for them to answer every phone call that they get due to all the side effects Ayham is experiencing If you need to ask about Ayham 's condition and see how he is doing, please do it through text only. They will respond to your messages once they are able to. They family is so grateful for this community and all the love and support. Let us all keep Ayham and the whole family in our prayers for a healing of his body and soul. May the Lord be with him and help him through this health crisis.

Fr. Fino

05/30/2026

Cincinnati’s favorite Mediterranean food festival makes a return June 5th, 6th and 7th! Join us for the best food and entertainment 🌯🙏🏼

St. James Mediterranean Food Festival returns, benefiting church

05/14/2026

04/28/2026

"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” (Psalm 34:1)

Christ is Risen. Truly Risen!

Fr Fino, St James parish council, and the whole community extend their deepest condolences to Ayham Akroush and his family on the passing of Ayham's nephew Yazan Akroush in California.

The family thanks you all from the bottom of their hearts for the love, prayers, and heartfelt condolences during this very difficult time. Your kindness and support have been a true source of comfort to them. The family will be traveling to California for the burial and ask for your continued prayers as they lay Yazan to rest.

**The Akroush family will be accepting condolences when they return to Ohio.

Please keep them all in your prayers.