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Catholic Churches in Effingham, Illinois

St. Anthony of Padua

Diocese of Springfield in Illinois

Directions

Address

101 E. Virginia Avenue
Effingham, IL 62401

About St. Anthony of Padua

Founded in 1858, St. Anthony of Padua is one of the oldest and largest Catholic parishes in central Illinois, serving over 1,300 families in Effingham within the Diocese of Springfield. The parish operates both a grade school and high school, offers daily Mass on weekdays and three Sunday Masses, and centers its mission on forming lifelong intentional disciples of Jesus Christ.


St. Anthony of Padua is a Roman Catholic parish in Effingham, Illinois, part of the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois. The parish offers Mass 13 times per week, including Sunday at 7:30 AM and 9:15 AM and 11 AM. Confession is available on Saturday. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

7:30 AM
9:15 AM
11 AM

Monday

6:30 AM
8:30 AM

Tuesday

6:30 AM
8:30 AM

Wednesday

6:30 AM

Thursday

6:30 AM
8:30 AM

Friday

6:30 AM
8:30 AM

Saturday

4:30 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

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

Programs & Ministries

RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)

OCIA

Adults

(217) 347-7129

Faith Formation & Religious Education

PSR - Parish School of Religion

(217) 347-7129

Children Liturgy

Children

(217) 347-7129

Youth Ministry

Catholic Heart Work Camp

teen

(217) 347-7129

Junior High Retreats

middle school

(217) 347-7129

Young Adult Ministry

Catholic Young Adult Group

Young Adults

(217) 347-7129

Men's Groups

SonRise Mens Group

adult men

(217) 347-7129

Choir & Music Ministry

Adult Choir

Adults

(217) 347-7129

Junior High Chorus

middle school

(217) 347-7129

High School Chorus

high school

(217) 347-7129

Resurrection Choir

(217) 347-7129

Other Ministries

DeColores

(217) 347-7129

Pro-Life Group

(217) 347-7129

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Anthony of Padua?

St. Anthony of Padua Mass times: Sunday at 7:30 AM, 9:15 AM, 11 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

When is confession at St. Anthony of Padua?

St. Anthony of Padua confession times: Saturday 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Anthony of Padua?

Yes, St. Anthony of Padua celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4:30 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does St. Anthony of Padua have daily Mass?

Yes, St. Anthony of Padua offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 6:30 AM, 8:30 AM.

Where is St. Anthony of Padua located?

St. Anthony of Padua is located at 101 E. Virginia Avenue, Effingham, IL 62401. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.