St. John the Apostle Catholic Church
Today's Readings and Video/Audio Reflections
FORMED, The Catholic Faith. On demand - FORMED.org Sign in
Bible Project - Experience the Bible as a unified story
Religious Education Calendar 2024-2025 / Calendar for C3
Religious Education Tuition/Fees Payment Link
RE Teacher Messaging - sja.teacher@stjohnvillapark.org
Mass Times
Saturday Vigil 5:00pm
Sunday 9:00am,11:00am; 12:30pm in Spanish
Reconciliation Times
Mondays from 5:00 - 6:00pm and Saturdays, from 4:00 - 4:45pm at St. John and by appointment.
Tuesdays from 5:00 - 6:00pm and Saturdays, 4:00 - 4:45pm at St. Alexander and by appointment.
What's Happening ...
Letter from Father Rosenbaum
Sent via Flocknote on March 21, 2025
On February 13, 2025, Bishop Hicks rendered this decision:
St. John the Apostle Parish in Villa Park will amalgamate into St. Alexander Parish in Villa Park. St. John the Apostle Parish will close its church and buildings.
These changes will go into effect as of July 1, 2025.
INFORMATION REGARDING THE RESTRUCTURING
St. John and St. Alexander Unity Prayer Group
All parishioners from both parishes are invited. We will meet weekly at 6:30 pm on Wednesdays. Check the bulletin for the latest schedule for dates and locations.
“The Chosen”— Season 4 will be shown at St. John’s beginning Monday, March 31st at 6:30 pm in the library.
There will be one episode shown each evening followed by a group discussion. All parishioners of St. John’s and St. Alexander’s are invited to join us.
Food Pantry Collection: April 5-13
Rice Mixes / Knorr Pasta or Rice Sides
Our food donations are supporting the York Township Food Pantry. Item(s) of the Month 2025
7 Hours of Reconciliation on Saturday, April 5
8:00am—3:00 pm at Immaculate Conception Church, Elmhurst
Priests from the 15 parishes in our Deanery will be available at all times for English Confessions and at some times for Spanish and Polish Confessions.
2025 Lenten Mission / Night of Mercy
Friday, April 11 at 6:00PM at St. Alexander Church
Adoration, Benediction, Confession, Music and a Talk on the Eucharist by Sister Stephanie Baliga
Catholic Charities Cleaning Supplies Drive
Click here to see how you can help!
Adult Volunteers are needed to serve as Greeters for Reconciliation/Confession on Mondays from 5:00 - 6:00 pm.
Parish Communications
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Communications from the Diocese of Joliet
Worldwide Church Jubilee Year - English / Spanish
Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal
St. John the Apostle Goal for 2025 - $23,200
You may donate online at www.jolietdioceseappeal.org
