The Cathedral Basilica of St. James

About this church

The Cathedral Basilica of St. James is a Roman Catholic cathedral of the Diocese of Brooklyn at 250 Cathedral Place in downtown Brooklyn. The parish was founded in 1822, designated a cathedral in 1853, and elevated to a minor papal basilica in 1982. Mass is celebrated on Sundays at 11 a.m. and Monday through Friday at noon, with confession offered on Fridays after the noon Mass. Masses are streamed on the website and broadcast on NET TV. The parish office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The parish is also known as the Cathedral Basilica of St. James and St. Charles Borromeo Parish. It offers faith formation for children, youth, and adults, including sacramental preparation and the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults, and each program year begins with Catechetical Sunday. The cathedral has completed a restoration, and a video tour is on the website. Events listed on the site include a Red Mass, a youth day for the dioceses of Brooklyn and Queens, and a parish Thanksgiving brunch. Bulletins and an online giving page are available. Confirm Mass times, especially on holy days, on the website or with the parish office.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 5, 2026. Sources: Weekly schedule, history, livestream · Faith formation and catechetical year · Restoration video

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