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St. Wendelins Catholic Church

Diocese of Rockford

Directions

Address

18 Linn Street
Shannon, IL 61078

Website

saintwen.org

About St. Wendelins Catholic Church

St. Wendelin in Shannon, Illinois, is a small-town parish in the Diocese of Rockford led by Fr. Mike Bolger, serving families across Carroll County including nearby Lanark and Forreston. The schedule adapts to the seasons — a second Sunday Mass runs only Memorial Day through Labor Day — and First Friday adoration follows the morning Mass. A Saturday vigil and early Sunday Mass anchor the weekly rhythm.


St. Wendelins Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Shannon, Illinois, part of the Diocese of Rockford. The parish offers Mass 4 times per week, including Sunday at 8 AM and 10 AM. Confession is available on Sunday, Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8 AM
10 AM(Memorial Day to Labor Day)

Tuesday

8 AM(Labor Day to Memorial Day only)

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

Sunday

7:30 AM - 8 AM

Saturday

4 PM - 4:30 PM

Eucharistic Adoration

Friday: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM (First Fri.)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Wendelins Catholic Church?

St. Wendelins Catholic Church Mass times: Sunday at 8 AM, 10 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Tuesday.

When is confession at St. Wendelins Catholic Church?

St. Wendelins Catholic Church confession times: Sunday 7:30 AM - 8 AM; Saturday 4 PM - 4:30 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Wendelins Catholic Church?

Yes, St. Wendelins Catholic Church celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4:30 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Where is St. Wendelins Catholic Church located?

St. Wendelins Catholic Church is located at 18 Linn Street, Shannon, IL 61078. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does St. Wendelins Catholic Church have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, St. Wendelins Catholic Church offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Friday 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM.