St. John the Apostle Catholic Church
Welcome to our parish community. Our hope is that you find the information you need to become fully engaged in our family of Faith.
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 ...
DIOCESAN RESTRUCTURING PHASE 3
Parish Listening Session 1 Slides / Data Sheets
Feedback Summary - English / Spanish
Session 1 Feedback Summary was sent to Restructuring Committee.
Parishioners should plan to attend Parish Listening Session #2 on Thursday, November 7 at 7:30pm in the church (after 7pm Mass). Session 2 will be bilingual, will build on information shared in Session 1, and will include discussion of multiple scenarios.
St. John the Apostle Adult Faith Formation: Mondays at 7:00pm in the library. Click here for more details
Catholic Man Night: Thursday, October 17, 5:30-8:30pm at St. Alexander with Bishop Hicks. Register on St. Alexander's website.
Program Presentation on Cybersecurity
Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00pm in the church. Villa Park police will discuss cybersecurity, good cyber hygiene, scams and frauds. This presentation is sponsored by the CCW and all parishioners from St. John and St. Alexander are invited to attend.
St, John the Apostle CCW Election Prayer Service and Rosary
Monday, November 4th at 6:00 in Church
CCW Annual Team Trivia Night on Saturday, November 9th
Doors open 6:00 (after 5:00 Mass) / Game begins promptly at 6:45
There will be registration forms in the vestibule the weekend of November 2nd and 3rd. Please complete the form and leave in the designated box. Call or text Terry 630-235-2966 for more info.
OUTREACH
Food Pantry Collection: November 2-10 / Pasta and Pasta Sauce
Our food donations are supporting the York Township Food Pantry. Item(s) of the Month Schedule
UNDY SUNDAY
Collecting the weekend of October 19/20
St. John the Apostle Parish is helping Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet and the individuals and families they serve by collecting the following NEW items for children and adults living in low-income households: Women’s underwear (any size); Men’s underwear (any size); Men’s undershirts (M-XL); Child and Adult socks (heavy winter socks are appreciated); Diapers (size 1-5); Pull-ups (2T-5T); Feminine hygiene products.
Collection bin will be in the church narthex or
you can donate online through the Amazon Wish List.
New and Gently Used Winter Coat Drive through October 31
to benefit the men, women and children served by Our Lady of the Angels Mission in Humboldt Park.
Check your closets now for coats to donate or you can purchase new coats! Drop coats off in the church narthex on the weekends! We are teaming up with St. Alexander on this project. Cash donations can be placed in the donations box in the church narthex or use the QR code on the poster to donate online. Donations by check should be made payable to St. Alexander Church. Thanks for your support.
PLEASE DONATE TO OUR HOLIDAY MEAL / FOOD OUTREACH PROGRAM!
Please consider contributing to our annual Holiday Meal / Food Outreach Program which funds Holiday meals for our parishioners and neighbors who are struggling to make ends meet. A donation in any amount is joyfully welcomed. Donation envelopes will be placed in the pews for two weeks beginning on October 19/20. Just place your donation in the envelope and drop it in the collection basket at Mass or at the parish office. As always, thank you for your generosity!
CATHOLIC CHARITIES HOLIDAY OUTREACH COLLECTION
From November 1 through December 8, our parish will collect Gifts for Teens
Suggestions: Hoodies, Lounge Pants for Guys/Girls, Owala Free Sip Water Bottle, Detangler Brush (by Lily England), Small Crossbody Bag/Purse, Adidas Sackpack, Beanie Hat, Soft Throw Blanket, Journal, Pillow Cloud Slippers, Bluetooth Speaker, Gaming Themed T-Shirts, Gaming Headset, Gaming Keyboard, Ultra slim Power Bank.
Gift cards ($15-25) from Amazon, Target, Walmart, Dunkin’ Donuts. Please put gift cards in an envelope marked “CC Holiday Outreach” and place them in the collection basket.
Please place your new and unwrapped donations in the decorated boxes in the church narthex beginning November 1st. Thanks for your generosity and support.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Let your light shine!
St. John the Apostle is a friendly place, as you have already experienced and it is an honor and a pleasure to serve at worship. If you have questions or would like more information about serving as a Lector, Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, Altar Server, or volunteer in another capacity, please call/text Deacon Ron at 630-279-7433.
Adult Volunteers are needed to serve as Greeters for Reconciliation/Confession on Mondays from 5:00 - 6:00 pm.
St. John the Apostle - Online Giving through WeShare
Parish Communications
Click on the sheep icon to sign up for Flocknote - choose the group - St. John the Apostle. We share this communication tool with St. Alexander Parish.
Diocese of Joliet
75th Anniversary: December 11, 2023 through December 8, 2024
Link for more information about the 75th Anniversary
Link to the diocesan YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/DioceseofJolietIL
Communications from the Diocese of Joliet
Eucharistic Revival - Information, Eucharistic Miracles, and Prayer Resources
Link - Eastern DuPage Deanery Events and Calendar
Click on link to view upcoming events.
Date Night Event on October 18, 2024
Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal 2024
"For the Glory of God"
You may donate online at www.jolietdioceseappeal.org
St. John the Apostle has surpassed its 2024 parish goal of $21,500 through your donations and pledges. Please honor your pledge to help us reach our collected goal and earn a rebate back to the parish.
Thanks to 164 donors, through 10/07/24, the parish has earned a rebate in the amount of $5,802.
A heartfelt thank you to those who have supported this year's Appeal.
