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Catholic Churches in Paducah, Kentucky

St. Francis de Sales

Diocese of Owensboro

Directions

Address

116 S 6th Street
Paducah, KY 42001

About St. Francis de Sales

The oldest Catholic parish in Paducah, St. Francis de Sales traces its roots to 1848, when missionary priest Fr. Elisha Durbin first gathered the city's Catholics. The present downtown church, dedicated in 1900 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, anchors the Diocese of Owensboro's presence here with weekday noon Masses, a Saturday vigil, and two Sunday morning liturgies.


St. Francis de Sales is a Roman Catholic parish in Paducah, Kentucky, part of the Diocese of Owensboro. The parish offers Mass 8 times per week, including Sunday at 8:30 AM and 11 AM. Confession is available on Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8:30 AM
11 AM

Tuesday

12:05 PM

Wednesday

12:05 PM

Thursday

12:05 PM

Friday

8 AM

Saturday

10 AM(First Saturdays)
5 PM

Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.

Confession Schedule

Saturday

3:30 PM - 4:30 PMor by appointment

Eucharistic Adoration

Friday: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM (Holy Hour)

Programs & Ministries

Choir & Music Ministry

Choir

Schedule: Saturday

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Francis de Sales?

St. Francis de Sales Mass times: Sunday at 8:30 AM, 11 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

When is confession at St. Francis de Sales?

St. Francis de Sales confession times: Saturday 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Francis de Sales?

Yes, St. Francis de Sales celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does St. Francis de Sales have daily Mass?

Yes, St. Francis de Sales offers daily Mass on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 12:05 PM, 8 AM.

Where is St. Francis de Sales located?

St. Francis de Sales is located at 116 S 6th Street, Paducah, KY 42001. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does St. Francis de Sales have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, St. Francis de Sales offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Friday 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM.