St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church News, Jackson, MI
Stay up to date with the latest news, events, and announcements from St. John the Evangelist Catholic Parish in Jackson, Michigan as well as through-out the Diocese of Lansing. Discover parish updates, faith resources, and community happenings all in one place.
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TIM 4:12 Young Adult Group – Holiday Schedule & Party
The TIM 4:12 Young Adult Group invites all young adults to celebrate the joy of the season at our Annual Holiday Party on Thursday, December 18. This festive gathering will take place from 7:00–9:00 PM and offers a wonderful opportunity for fellowship, celebration, and community during the Christmas season. Holiday Party Details – Thursday, December…
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Behold & Be Held: A Holy Hour, January 21, 2026
Wednesday, January 21, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMSt. John Church Come and rest in the presence of the Lord at Behold & Be Held: A Holy Hour, an evening of prayer, reflection, and worship centered on our identity as beloved disciples of Christ. Through Scripture reading and reflection, we will explore the Identity and Foundations of Discipleship,…
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Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God – Mass Schedule Dec. 31, 2025 and Jan 1, 2026
The Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God is a Holy Day of Obligation and is celebrated on January 1. This beautiful feast honors Mary’s unique role in salvation history as the Mother of God and invites the faithful to begin the New Year centered on Christ. All Masses for the Solemnity will be…
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Feast of St. John the Evangelist Celebration, Saturday December 27, 2025
St. John the Evangelist Church in Jackson, Michigan, warmly invites parishioners and the wider community to join us in celebrating the Feast of St. John the Evangelist, our parish patronal feast day. Mass and Special Guest Interview The celebration will begin with a 9:00 a.m. Mass, honoring St. John the Evangelist—apostle, evangelist, and beloved disciple…
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Third Sunday of Advent, Gaudete Sunday, from the Desk of Father Randy Koenigsknecht
Third Sunday of Advent We have now reached the Third Sunday of Advent, which is also known as Gaudete Sunday or Rejoicing Sunday. While the past two Sundays have focused on preparation for Jesus’s coming, this Sunday focuses instead on rejoicing in the Lord and his coming. There are three particular reasons that the Lord…
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COMMUNITY-WIDE CHRISTMAS DINNER – ALL ARE WELCOME
This Christmas Day, our community is invited to share the joy of the season at the annual Community-Wide Christmas Dinner, hosted at the Queen’s Parish Social Center, 811 S. Wisner, Jackson. This cherished tradition brings neighbors, families, and friends together for a warm and festive holiday meal at no cost. Event DetailsDate: Christmas Day, December…
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Live Nativity, Pious Union of St. Joseph, Dec 15, 2025
Live Nativity at the Pious Union of St. Joseph – December 15 You are warmly invited to experience the beauty and reverence of the Christmas story at this year’s Live Nativity hosted by the Pious Union of St. Joseph in Grass Lake. This beloved annual tradition offers families, parishioners, and visitors a meaningful way to…
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Homily Short, Second Sunday in Advent
Father Chas Canoy Watch the Homily Short Listen to the Homily Short In this week’s reflection, Father Chas explores the profound truth of the Creed’s declaration: “I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God.” He explains what it means for Jesus to be fully divine, co-eternal with the Father, consubstantial…
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May the Peace of Christ Disturb You, from the Desk of Angel Koerkel
Welcome, friends, to the Second Sunday of Advent, 2025. The theme of the second Sunday is “Peace” and this year we find this day falling between two great celebrations: the Feast of St. Nicholas (December 6) and the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception (December 8). Of course, each of these has loads to talk about,…
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Homily Short, First Sunday in Advent
Father Randy Koenigsknecht Watch the Homily Short Listen to the Homily Short Reflecting on the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, Father Randy invites us to rediscover the power of the Creed—especially the personal declaration, “I believe.” Faith becomes alive when we truly know God as Father. This Advent and Christmas, we are invited to…
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2025 Advent Penance Service Schedule
Prepare Your Heart for the Coming of Christ As we enter the holy season of Advent, the Church invites us to prepare our hearts for the coming of our Savior—both at Christmas and at the end of time. One of the most meaningful ways to do this is through the Sacrament of Reconciliation, where we…
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Advent Tea December 4, 2025
We invite all the ladies of our parish—and their guests—to join us for our Advent Tea on Thursday, December 4th, from 6:00–8:00 PM. As we enter the peaceful and hope-filled season of Advent, this gathering offers a warm opportunity to connect, share faith, and enjoy fellowship together. Bring a Friend! We encourage you to consider…
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1st Sunday in Advent, Always Improve Your Foxhole
I heard this countless times during my time in the Army. It comes from the idea that when aninfantryman first takes a position on the battlefield, he immediately digs into the ground to createa barrier between himself and the danger in front of him. At first, it may be just a few inchesdown, just enough…
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No Youth Group, Next 2 Sundays
No Youth Group the Next Two Sundays Please note that we will not be having Youth Group for the next two Sundays due to Thanksgiving weekend and our upcoming Parish Christmas Concert. We hope you enjoy a blessed Thanksgiving with your loved ones, and we can’t wait to see you again once our regular schedule…
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Homily Short, the Solemnity of Christ the King of the Universe
Deacon Dave Etters Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily Encounter a powerful reflection from Deacon Dave on Christ the King—His suffering, His triumph, and the ultimate question we must each answer: Is He King of our hearts? Read or watch the full homily here: Read the Homily Deacon Dave:I’d like to take you on…
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From the Desk of Evan Connors, Discipleship Assistant – 11/23/25
Hello, St. John the Evangelist Parish and St. Joseph Oratory! My name is Evan Connors; I am the new Discipleship Assistant here at the mother church of Jackson. A little bit about me: I have lived in the Diocese of Lansing my whole life, being a member of various parishes encompassing the Flint and Lansing…
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O Come Let Us Adore – Advent Adoration, December 12, 2025
Friday, December 12 • St. John Church • 7:00–8:30 p.m. As we journey through the season of Advent, we invite you to a peaceful evening of prayer and reflection before our Eucharistic Lord. “O Come Let Us Adore” is an opportunity to step away from the busyness of December and enter into the quiet longing…
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Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Mass Schedule for December 8, 2025
Feast of the Immaculate Conception – December 8, 2025 Join us as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a Holy Day of Obligation and a beautiful reminder of God’s saving grace at work in Mary from the moment of her conception. We invite all parishioners, families, and visitors…