Putting faith in action. As Catholics, sometimes it’s challenging to define, or explain, our faith! But in the heart of campus, and at the center of the Newman Foundation, St. John’s Catholic Chapel helps us advance our faith through serving God, living Catholic ideals, and demonstrating compassion for humankind. The Chapel promotes ministries and programs that enable us to explore our spiritual path through prayer, fellowship, and social justice.
Lenten & Holy Week Schedule
Stations of the Cross - Fridays at 3:00 P.M. in the Main Chapel
March 28 - Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion
Masses at 5:00 P.M. (Saturday Vigil), 9:00 A.M. (Spanish-Procession with Palms), 10:30 A.M. (Procession with Palms), 12:05 P.M. (No Procession), 5:00 P.M. (No Procession), and 9:00 P.M. (No Procession)
March 30 - Tenebrae Service at 7:00 P.M. in the Main Chapel
April 1 - Holy Thursday-Mass of the Lord's Supper at 7:00 P.M. in the Main Chapel
April 2 - Good Friday of the Lord's Passion - 12:00 P.M.-Living Stations of the Cross on the Quad, 3:00 P.M.-Good Friday Service
April 3 - Easter Vigil begins at 7:30 P.M.
April 4 - Easter Sunday - the Resurrection of Our Lord
Masses at 9:00 A.M. (Spanish), 10:30 A.M., 12:05 P.M., 5:00 P.M., and 9:00 P.M.
During Lent, Confessions will be heard at 11:00 A.M. & 4:00 P.M. Monday through Friday, also Saturdays at 4:00 P.M.
Mass Schedule
Monday-Friday: 12:05 pm and 5:00 pm
Also Tuesdays and Thursdays : 9:00 pm
Saturday: 12:05 pm and 5 pm (Vigil)
Sunday: 9 am (Spanish), 10:30 am, 12:05 pm, 5:00 pm, and 9:00 pm
Confessions are heard Monday-Saturday at 4:00 pm and Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 11:00 am.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is offered Monday-Saturday at 4:00 pm and Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 11:00 am.
(Mass schedules will differ during Fall break, Winter break, Spring break, and Summer break - please call the Chapel office at 217-344-1184 to confirm Mass times during these dates)
The Story of Our Faith: Stained-Glass Window Gallery
The stained glass windows at Saint John’s Catholic Chapel are beautiful representations of significant stories of our faith. Below you will find a link to images of the windows, enhanced to bring out their original color. To view an entire window, along with a brief description, click on the window's image.
To view all stained glass windows, please visit St. John's Stained Glass Window Gallery.
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