St. John the Evangelist Church
510 Jackson Ave.  ¦  Defiance, OH  43512  ¦  419-782-7121
email: stjohn@stjohndefiance.org

Parish Information

 

Sacraments
 
Baptisms:
Expecting parents or parents presenting their first child for Baptism are required to attend the Parents Baptism Class scheduled the second Sunday at 1:00 pm in March, June, August, and December.  The Sacrament of Baptism is administered the third Sunday of each month except during Advent and Lent at 1:00 p.m..  To register for the sacrament or class, contact the Parish Office (419-782-7121).  At least one Godparent must be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.  We encourage first time expectant parents to attend a Baptism class before the birth of your baby.

First Eucharist:
First Eucharist (First Communion) is a two-year preparation program which students enter in their first grade year. Classes are held on Wednesday nights at Holy Cross School.  Please contact Janice Elliott in the Parish Office at 419-782-7121 for more information or to register.

Reconciliation:
First Sacrament of Reconciliation (First Penance, First Confession) is celebrated after the first year of preparation classes for First Eucharist.  See First Eucharist preparation above. Please contact Janice Elliott in the Parish Office at 419-782-7121 for more information or to register.
Confession Schedule - Saturday 4:15 to 4:45 pm.  Anytime upon request or by appointment.

Confirmation:
Confirmation preparation includes a two-year program which students enter in their eighth grade year. Classes are held on Wednesday nights.  Please contact Janice Elliott in the Parish Office at 419-782-7121 for more information or to register.

Marriage:
Please arrange at the Parish Office (419-782-7121) at least ten months in advance in order to complete the Marriage Preparation requirements.

Anointing of the Sick:
In case of need, please call St. John's Parish Office at 419-782-7121.

R.C.I.A.:
"Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults"
If you are interested in joining the Catholic Church, please call St. John's Parish Office at 419-782-7121 and ask for the Pastoral Associate.
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