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St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center

Diocese of Peoria

Directions

Address

1401 University Drive
Macomb, IL 61455

About St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center

Established in 1948, the St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center at Western Illinois University in Macomb has served generations of Catholic students for more than 75 years. Under the Diocese of Peoria, the center offers a Sunday noon Mass, Tuesday and Thursday evening Masses, Eucharistic Adoration, Bible study, and a "Food for Finals" free dinner program that reflects its commitment to both spiritual formation and student hospitality.


St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center is a Roman Catholic parish in Macomb, Illinois, part of the Diocese of Peoria. The parish offers Mass 3 times per week, including Sunday at 12 PM. Confession is available on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

12 PM

Tuesday

5 PM

Thursday

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

Sunday

11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
11:30 AM30 minutes prior to Sunday Mass
11:30 AM - 12 PM30 minutes prior to Sunday Mass. Follows WIU fall/spring semester schedule.

Tuesday

4:30 PM - 4:50 PM

Thursday

4:30 PM - 4:50 PM

Eucharistic Adoration

Thursday: 4 PM - 5 PM (Prior to Thursday Mass. Follows WIU fall/spring semester schedule.)
Tuesday: 4 PM - 5 PM (Prior to Tuesday Mass. Follows WIU fall/spring semester schedule.)

Programs & Ministries

Other Ministries

Fellowship and Brunch

All ages

Schedule: Sunday, weekly

Join us for fellowship and a light brunch right after Mass.

After Sunday Mass. Follows WIU fall/spring semester schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center?

St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center Mass times: Sunday at 12 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Tuesday, Thursday.

When is confession at St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center?

St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center confession times: Sunday 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM, 11:30 AM, 11:30 AM - 12 PM; Tuesday 4:30 PM - 4:50 PM; Thursday 4:30 PM - 4:50 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Where is St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center located?

St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center is located at 1401 University Drive, Macomb, IL 61455. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, St. Francis of Assisi Newman Center offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Tuesday 4 PM - 5 PM; Thursday 4 PM - 5 PM.