St. John the Baptist
About St. John the Baptist
Celebrating roughly 175 years of Catholic life in rural western New York, St. John the Baptist in Alden is part of the Beloved Disciples of Christ the Lord Family of Parishes in the Diocese of Buffalo. Daily morning Mass, a Saturday vigil, and Monday evening Eucharistic Adoration anchor a community enriched by the Legion of Mary, Prayer Shawl Ministry, and the parish's cherished annual Lawn Fete.
St. John the Baptist is a Roman Catholic parish in Alden, New York, part of the Diocese of Buffalo. The parish offers Mass 8 times per week, including Sunday at 8 AM and 11 AM. Confession is available on Monday, Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.
Mass Schedule
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.
Confession Schedule
Monday
Saturday
Eucharistic Adoration
Programs & Ministries
Other Ministries
Stations of the Cross
All agesWe invite you to come pray the 14 Stations of the Cross, pray the Rosary, reflect, allow God’s mercy and love touch our hearts as you take a peaceful walk through our cemetery.
Pamphlets available in church vestibule.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Mass times at St. John the Baptist? ▼
St. John the Baptist Mass times: Sunday at 8 AM, 11 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Friday, Monday, Wednesday, Tuesday, Thursday.
When is confession at St. John the Baptist? ▼
St. John the Baptist confession times: Monday 7 PM; Saturday 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. John the Baptist? ▼
Yes, St. John the Baptist celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.
Does St. John the Baptist have daily Mass? ▼
Yes, St. John the Baptist offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 8:30 AM, 7 PM.
Where is St. John the Baptist located? ▼
St. John the Baptist is located at 2021 Sandridge Road, Alden, NY 14004. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.
Does St. John the Baptist have Eucharistic Adoration? ▼
Yes, St. John the Baptist offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Monday 7 PM; Friday 9 AM - 5 PM.
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