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Mass Times at St. John Cantius
See our weekday and weekend Mass times at St. John Cantius
Apr 3


Summer Concerts at St. John Cantius
Please join us for three concerts over the summer for piano and organ
1 day ago


Corpus Christi 2025
The feast of Corpus Christi at St. John Cantius Church is an important and unforgettable experience for parishioners and visitors alike.
Jun 13


Summer Language Classes Are Here!
Register now for our online Summer Greek class.
Jun 13


Father's Day Triduum of Masses
We hope you will enroll your loved ones in the annual Fathers Day Triduum during which we will offer three Latin Masses
Jun 11


Join the Canons in Lawton, MI - St. Anne's Triduum & First Saturday Masses
Join members of the Canons Regular for three days of camping, Masses, adoration, and enjoying the final days of summer!
Jun 9


Vigil of Pentecost - Waiting for the Holy Spirit
Gather with us in the "upper room" for the Vigil of Pentecost as we await the Holy Spirit.
Jun 6


First Communion at St. John Cantius
On Sunday, April 27th, 2025 the young parishioners of St. John Cantius made their First Holy Communion.
May 28


Patrons of Sacred Music 2025 Dinner
Join the Canons Regular of St. John Cantius and the distinguished musicians of the Sacred Music Program for an elegant evening.
May 27


Second Annual Kanty Klassic
Registration Now Open!
Join us Monday June 2nd, 2025 for our Second Annual Kanty Klassic
May 24


Organ Concert: Corrado Cavalli on May 25
Please join us for a very special organ concert on Sunday, May 25, 2025 as Corrado Cavalli presents the four Toccatas and Fugues by Bach.
May 19


6th Annual Wiffle Ball Classic
Canons Vs. Coppers: Rematch this Memorial Day
May 17


Our Lady of Fatima Processions 2025
Join us for a Fatima procession every month from May to October.
May 13


Solemn Mass of Thanksgiving for Fr. Kevin Menard, SJC
Fr. Kevin will celebrate his first Solemn Mass of Thanksgiving on Sunday, May 18th at 10:30 am at St. John Cantius in Chicago
May 12


Statement of Canons Regular of St. John Cantius On the Election of Pope Leo XIV
We have many reasons for hope and gratitude in the election of our new Holy Father Pope Leo XIV.
May 9


Pray for the Conclave
Join us Wednesday morning as we pray for the election of a new Pope.
May 5


New Classes Being Offered
Sign up for our new classes: "Catholicism for Catholics" and "Gregorian Chant Class"
May 1


Mother’s Day Triduum of Masses 2025
Give the women in your life the gift of three Mass this Mother's Day.
Apr 30


Mass for Pope Francis
The Canons Regular of St. John Cantius mourn the passing of Pope Francis.
Apr 22


Holy Week and Easter Schedule 2025
Join us for Holy Week starting with Palm Sunday.
Apr 9


Don Bosco Day Camps
Boys & Girls ages 8 - 13 are invited for our Don Bosco Day, April 11th!
Apr 5


Stabat Mater-Giovanni Battista Pergolesi 2025
Friday April 11 will be a special presentation of the Stations of the Cross, Stabat Mater
Apr 3


The Golden Rose Award 2025
The Golden Rose was presented to the Livestream Guild on Sunday March 30th.
Apr 3


Ash Wednesday Mass Schedule
Join us on Wednesday, March 5th - Confessions will be heard before and during all Masses
Mar 3


2025 Lenten Retreats for Men and Women
This Lent, our parish is hosting Lenten Retreats for Men and Women. The retreats each features talks, Confessions, and Holy Mass.
Mar 3


St. Joseph's Table 2025
La tavola di San Giuseppe! On Sunday, March 16th join fellow parishioners in the parish hall for a grand meal, devotions, desserts, and Ital
Mar 1


Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross are offered each Friday in Lent at 7:30pm at St. John Cantius.
Mar 1


The Burial of the Alleluia
The Burial of the Alleluia will occur at the end of both the 9:00 am and 11:00 am Masses on Sunday, March 2, 2025.
Feb 24


Annual Catholic Appeal
Along with all parishes in the Archdiocese of Chicago we will be conducting the Annual Catholic Appeal.
Feb 13


A Polka Mardi Gras
Get Yourself Ready for A Polka Mardi Gras on March 2
Feb 4


Candlemas 2025
Join us for the feast of Candlemas on Sunday, February 2n
Jan 19


Chair of Unity Octave- Jan.18-25
Period of prayer for the return of our separated brethren.
Jan 18


Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast
The Knights of Columbus are joining the parish Crusaders for Life to host a delicious breakfast on Sunday, January 26
Jan 18


Spring Language Classes Are Here!
We are excited to offer online and in person Language Classes this year with Latin, Hebrew, and Greek classes starting this month.
Jan 5


Feast of the Epiphany 2025
Join us to celebrate the feast of the Epiphany on Sunday, January 5th. The blessing of the lintel will take place after the 9:00 am Mass
Jan 2


Holy Day of Obligation - Mary the Mother of God
January 1st 2025 is a Holy Day of Obligation for all Catholics.
Dec 31, 2024


The Sacred Story of Christmas - Homily from Bishop J. Perry Christmas 2024
Christmas Homily from Bishop J. Perry during Midnight Mass at St. John Cantius.
Dec 30, 2024


Christmas at St. John Cantius 2024
Christmas Mass and Devotions schedule at St. John Cantius
Dec 19, 2024


Deo Gratias Service
Spend the last hour of 2024 in peace, thanking God for his graces and praying for the coming year.
Dec 17, 2024


Ember Days of Advent
From Pius Parsch Vol. III pp 226: "Gratitude, not penance, should be the dominant Ember spirit. Wednesday of Ember week is dedicated to...
Dec 13, 2024


Experience the ‘O’ Antiphons at Advent Vespers!
Beginning Tuesday, December 17th, we celebrate Solemn Vespers in the final days leading up to Christmas.
Dec 13, 2024


20th Annual Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
St. John Cantius Church is pleased to invite one and all to our 20th annual Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols.
Dec 3, 2024


The “Golden Mass” - Dec. 7th
The Rorate High Mass will take place on Saturday December 7th. This Mass in honor of Mary is a beautiful candlelit Mass.
Dec 3, 2024


Celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Thursday December 12th is the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Patroness of the Americas. Join us for a solemn blessing of the new image
Dec 3, 2024


Jubilee Pilgrimage to Rome with the Canons Regular of St. John Cantius
Travel with the Canons Regular to Rome for the 2025 Jubilee Year!
Nov 20, 2024


Sponsor Lessons and Carols and our Ad Book
This year we are seeking commemorative ads and sponsors for the 20th Annual Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
Nov 15, 2024


Harpa Dei coming to St. John Cantius
Harpa Dei will be performing at St. John Cantius church on Thursday, November 14th at 6:30pm
Nov 6, 2024


Mozart's Requiem Mass
At St. John Cantius our annual All Souls’ Day Mozart Requiem Mass draws young and old, Catholics and non-Catholics alike.
Oct 30, 2024


Holy Day of Obligation - All Saints Day
Friday, November 1st is All Saints Day and a Holy Day of Obligation for all Catholics.
Oct 30, 2024


Enroll Loved Ones in All Souls Novena
Enroll your departed loved ones in our novena of Requiem Masses (1962 Missal) that begins on All Souls Day. The names of the enrolled Faithf
Oct 23, 2024
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