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 - sja.teacher@stjohnvillapark.org
Religious Education Calendar/Calendario 2023-2024
Religious Education Tuition Payment Link
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.
Additional Reconciliation times at St. John during Advent:
Mondays, 12/11 (no Spanish) and 12/18, from 5:00 - 7:00pm
Fridays, 12/15 and 12/22, from 7:30 - 8:30pm
Deanery-sponsored event - 6 hours of Reconciliation, 12/16, from 9am - 3pm, at Mary Queen of Heaven, in Elmhurst
What's Happening ...
Please note: : Due to a small fire in the rectory, the parish office will be closed until further notice. Beginning Tuesday, 12/12/23, the St. John the Apostle Parish office will be temporarily housed at St. Alexander / 630-833-7730.
Fourth Sunday of Advent Masses
Saturday, December 23: 5:00 pm vigil
Sunday, December 24: 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:30 pm in Spanish
Christmas Masses
Sunday, December 24 / Christmas Eve: 5:00 pm and 10:00 pm
Monday, December 25 / Christmas Day: 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:30 pm in Spanish
Prayers for Advent and Christmas
Eucharistic Revival - Information, Eucharistic Miracles, and Prayer Resources
75th Anniversary of the Diocese of Joliet
December 11, 2023 through December 8, 2024
Link for more information about the 75th Anniversary
Celebración de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe 2023
Calendario de novenas, misas y eventos
Posada - 17 de diciembre - 1:30pm - salon parroquial
Adult Volunteers are needed to serve as Greeters for Reconciliation/Confession on Mondays from 5:00 - 6:00 pm.
OUTREACH
Food Pantry - collecting until Dec. 17 / Canned Meats/Tuna
Our monthly food donations are supporting the York Township Food Pantry which operates solely on private contributions and in-kind donations. Collecting items on the first two weekends of each month. Item(s) of the Month Schedule
Donate Blood
Blood donors help patients of all ages; accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer. Consider scheduling your appointment today!
Volunteer Opportunities with Catholic Charities
Thanks for your generosity and support!
Parish Financial Support Options
Sunday Offering and Utility System Fund envelopes may be placed in the collection basket or sent by mail. Please do not leave donations in the rectory mailbox. Donations can also be made online through our WeShare link below. Thanks for your generous support!
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.
Diocesan Communications
Link to the diocesan YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/DioceseofJolietIL
Communications from the Diocese of Joliet
Link to our Parish Synod Survey Response
Marian Grotto Pavers: Purchase information
Link - Eastern DuPage Deanery Events and Calendar
Click on link above to view upcoming events.
Youth Ministry Nights for High School Students
are offered monthly at Immaculate Conception Parish and are open to all high school students in our Deanery.
2023 Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal
"We Belong to God"
You may donate online using the link below.
St. John the Apostle has surpassed its goal through donations and pledges. Please honor your pledge to help us reach our collected goal of $22,300 and earn a rebate back to the parish. Thank you to those who have supported this year's Appeal.
