Saint James the Less

This striking stained glass window honours Saint James the Less, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. Known for his humility and quiet devotion, Saint James exemplifies the virtue of serving the faith without seeking recognition or grandeur.

The artwork portrays Saint James holding a staff, a symbol of his apostolic mission to spread the Gospel, and a book of scriptures, representing his role as a teacher of Christ’s teachings. The red and gold tones in the window reflect his passion and the divine calling that guided his life.

The title “the Less” does not diminish his importance but distinguishes him from Saint James the Greater, highlighting his unique role in the early Church. Saint James the Less is traditionally believed to have led the Christian community in Jerusalem and remained steadfast in his faith, even unto martyrdom.

A Prayer to Saint James the Less

O Glorious St. James, you were our Lord's cousin and at the same time his friend and follower.
You wrote that every good and perfect gift comes to us from the Father of lights,
and that faith without works is useless. You preached the divinity of Jesus until your death as a martyr. Obtain for us from the Father of lights the great gift of a living faith in Jesus' divinity which will inspire us to unstinting labor in the service of God and our fellow human beings and enable us to reach our heavenly destiny.

Amen.