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

Parish Events Calendar  


Religious Education for Youth 

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

10 Reasons for Going to Mass


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 ...


 INFORMATION REGARDING THE DIOCESAN TARGETED RESTRUCTURING - PHASE 3

12.05.24 Restructuring Video Message from Bishop Hicks

https://youtu.be/bPyu5uPc52c


7 Hours of Reconciliation

  Saturday, December 14, from 8am until 3pm

hosted by St. Pius X Church, 1025 E Madison St., Lombard 

There will be select times when the Sacrament will be offered in Spanish and Polish. These times will be available the week of the event.


The Feast of St. John the Apostle

All parishioners of St. John the Apostle are invited to the celebration on Friday, December 27

Mass at 5:30pm. Dinner at 6:30pm. Please note: the dinner is a catered event, so you must RSVP/register by Sunday, December 15!

Use the QR code on the invitation below or sign up at the table in the church vestibule the weekends of December 7/8 and 14/15.

Feast of St. John the Apostle Invitation


2024 Christmas Schedule for St. John the Apostle Parish

Join us before the 10 pm Christmas Eve Mass -- the choir will lead Christmas songs beginning at 9:30 pm.


OUTREACH


Food Pantry Collection: December 7-15

Canned Meats / Tuna / Chicken

Our food donations are supporting the York Township Food Pantry.   Item(s) of the Month Schedule


Thanks for your generosity to these annual parish collections.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES HOLIDAY OUTREACH

PARISH HOLIDAY MEAL / FOOD OUTREACH


BLOOD DRIVE

January 7 at St. Alexander from 12:00-5:00 pm.

Register at redcrossblood.org


 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, 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.

Click here to sign up


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. 


Communications from the Diocese of Joliet

Around the Diocese Blog


Eucharistic Revival - Information, Eucharistic Miracles, and Prayer Resources

Link - Eastern DuPage Deanery Events and Calendar

Click on link to view upcoming events.


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 168 donors, through 11/10/24, the parish has earned a rebate of over $7,000.

A heartfelt thank you to those who have supported this year's Appeal.