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
The timeline for the Bishop's decision has been updated to late February - early March.
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Parish Listening Session #2
Terminology of Restructuring - English / Spanish
Scenarios for St. John the Apostle - Bilingual
Feedback Summary - English / Spanish
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Parish Listening Session #1
Parish Listening Session 1 Slides / Data Sheets
Feedback Summary - English / Spanish
St. John CCW Women’s Morning of Reflection - "Be Not Afraid"
All women are invited to join us as we discover ways to make the holiday season more spiritually uplifting and meaningful.
Saturday, December 14th in the parish library
8:00 Mass (optional); 8:30 continental breakfast; 9:00 program / $5
There will be sign up sheets in the vestibule the weekend of 12/7 and 12/8. Please contact Terry to register: Text or call 630-235-2966 or Email: tlb1004@att.net
2024 Christmas Schedule for St. John the Apostle Parish
OUTREACH
Coat Drive Update and Thank You
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
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 box in the church narthex beginning November 1st. Thanks for your generosity and support.
THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF OUR PARISH HOLIDAY MEAL / FOOD OUTREACH PROGRAM!
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 as a Lector, Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, Altar Server, or as a 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.
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 in the amount of $6,505.
A heartfelt thank you to those who have supported this year's Appeal.
