About St James' Church
St James' Church is a Roman Catholic church serving Newtownabbey and the surrounding parts of County Antrim. You will find the church at 463 Shore Road in Newtownabbey. The church keeps its service schedule and activities updated at www.loughshoreparishes.org/churches.
Roman Catholic churches form a well-established strand of Christianity in the United Kingdom. The Roman Catholic Church in England, Wales and Scotland serves a Catholic population of several million, in full communion with the Pope. Parish life centres on the Mass and the sacraments, and many congregations have been renewed in recent decades by worshippers arriving from Poland, India, Nigeria and elsewhere. Weekly Mass attendance across Britain runs into the high hundreds of thousands. The tradition traces its modern form to the 1st century; hierarchy restored in England and Wales in 1850. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts roughly 4 million Catholics across the UK.
The congregation shares in a long history of worship in Northern Ireland, where churchgoing remains woven into everyday life. Newtownabbey lies within County Antrim, whose county town is Belfast. The church forms part of the wider Roman Catholic presence across County Antrim.
If you are thinking of visiting, there is no need to book: most congregations are delighted to see new faces. Getting there is usually easiest on foot or by local bus, since on-site parking can be scarce, and anyone who needs step-free access should contact the church beforehand to check what the building offers.
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Getting there
Parking near older church buildings can be limited, so allow a few extra minutes or arrive on foot where you can.
Frequently asked questions
Where is St James' Church?⌄
St James' Church is at 463 Shore Road, Newtownabbey, County Antrim, BT37 0AE.
What denomination is St James' Church?⌄
St James' Church belongs to the Roman Catholic tradition. The Roman Catholic Church in England, Wales and Scotland serves a Catholic population of several million, in full communion with the Pope.
When are services at St James' Church?⌄
Service times for St James' Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.loughshoreparishes.org/churches/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St James' Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.loughshoreparishes.org/churches/.
What is the phone number for St James' Church?⌄
You can ring St James' Church on +44 28 9037 0845. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to St James' Church?⌄
The church is at 463 Shore Road, Newtownabbey, County Antrim. Use the map and directions link on this page, and allow a little extra time if you are driving, as parking near the building may be limited.
Is St James' Church accessible?⌄
Accessibility provision varies between church buildings. Contact the church directly to ask about step-free access, accessible toilets or a hearing loop before you visit.
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