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St. John Catholic Church

Diocese of Lincoln

Directions

Address

624 N. Garber Avenue
Minden, NE 68959

About St. John Catholic Church

St. John the Baptist in Minden, Nebraska, is paired with Holy Family Parish in Heartwell as "two parishes, one site" under pastor Fr. Evan Winter in the Diocese of Lincoln. The community serves both English- and Spanish-speaking Catholics, with a Grupos Hispanos prayer group, bilingual Nocturnal Adoration, and a Tuesday Spanish evening Mass. Daily 7:00 AM weekday Masses, three Sunday liturgies, and active Knights of Columbus and CCD programs reflect a full sacramental life in rural Kearney County.


St. John Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Minden, Nebraska, part of the Diocese of Lincoln. The parish offers Mass 10 times per week, including Sunday at 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM and 12:30 PM. Confession is available on Sunday, Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8:30 AM(Holy Family)
10:30 AM
12:30 PM
Spanish

Monday

8 PM
Spanish

Tuesday

7 AM

Wednesday

7 AM

Thursday

7 AM

Friday

7 AM

Saturday

8 AM
5:30 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

8 AM30 minutes before 8:30 AM Sunday Mass at Holy Family
10 AM - 10:30 AM
10 AM30 minutes before 10:30 AM Sunday Mass at St. John's
12 PM - 12:30 PM
12 PM30 minutes before 12:30 PM Sunday Mass at St. John's

Saturday

5 PM - 5:30 PM

Eucharistic Adoration

(Eucharist kept in Tabernacle for adoration whenever church is open. Bilingual Nocturnal Adoration Society mentioned, but no specific schedule provided.)

Programs & Ministries

RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)

RCIA

Adults

RCIA is a series of classes, but it is also something more. Through lessons on different aspects of the faith, discussion, and prayer, RCIA is an opportunity for someone to come to know Jesus Christ. Here at St. John’s and Holy Family, RCIA is open to anyone. And there is no commitment so feel free …

RCIA / OCIA

RCIA RCIA is a series of classes, but it is also something more. Through lessons on different aspects of the faith, discussion, and prayer, RCIA is an opportunity for someone to come to know Jesus Chr

Faith Formation & Religious Education

CCD

Children

These classes for young people are focused on teaching the essentials of the faith and invite students into a life of prayer and fellowship with others.

Faith Formation

FAITH FORMATION Here at St. John’s and Holy Family, we understand that learning more about Christ is an essential part of being a disciple of Jesus Christ. Whether you’re a visitor interested in learn

Prayer Groups

Grupos Hispanos (Spanish Prayer Group)

All ages

Schedule: Tuesday, 7 PM, weekly

The Spanish Prayer group meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. It is open to anyone who wants to pray in Spanish. They also organize Hispanic community events and run the bilingual Nocturnal Adoration Society.

Prayer Group

Schedule: Tuesday, 7 PM

Prayer group meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. It is open to anyone who wants to pray in Spanish. They also organize Hispanic community events and run the bilingual Nocturnal Adoration Society. For More i

Men's Groups

Knights of Columbus

Adults

Schedule: regularly

The Knights of Columbus is open to all men. They meet regularly to participate in spiritual formation, engage in service to the church and community, provide events for families, fundraise, and more.

Men's Group

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS The Knights of Columbus is open to all men. They meet regularly to participate in spiritual formation, engage in service to the church and community, provide events for families, f

Women's Groups

Women's Group

Altar Society) meet regularly help grow the spiritual life of the parish and make it a more welcoming place. All women of the parish are members automatically, and are invited to participate. For more

PCCW (Altar Society)

Adults

Schedule: regularly

The women of the PCCW (Altar Society) meet regularly help grow the spiritual life of the parish and make it a more welcoming place. All women of the parish are members automatically, and are invited to participate.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

St. John Catholic Church Mass times: Sunday at 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

When is confession at St. John Catholic Church?

St. John Catholic Church confession times: Sunday 8 AM, 10 AM - 10:30 AM, 10 AM, 12 PM - 12:30 PM, 12 PM; Saturday 5 PM - 5:30 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

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

Yes, St. John Catholic Church celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5:30 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does St. John Catholic Church have daily Mass?

Yes, St. John Catholic Church offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 8 PM, 7 AM.

Where is St. John Catholic Church located?

St. John Catholic Church is located at 624 N. Garber Avenue, Minden, NE 68959. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does St. John Catholic Church have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, St. John Catholic Church offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: .