St. John Berchmans Catholic Church
Address
552 Main Street
Cankton, LA 70584
Phone
(337) 668-4413Website
www.stjberchmans.comAbout St. John Berchmans Catholic Church
Rooted in the heart of Cankton, Louisiana's Cajun country, St. John Berchmans keeps a daily rhythm of midday Mass Monday through Saturday, a Saturday vigil, and two Sunday Masses for its close-knit community in the Diocese of Lafayette. The parish honors the beloved Jesuit saint John Berchmans and preserves South Louisiana traditions such as the St. Joseph Altar devotion, a hallmark of Catholic life in the Acadian corridor.
St. John Berchmans Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Cankton, Louisiana, part of the Diocese of Lafayette in Louisiana. The parish offers Mass 8 times per week, including Sunday at 8 AM and 10 AM. Confession is available on 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
Saturday
Eucharistic Adoration
Programs & Ministries
RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)
RCIA / OCIA
Schedule: Sunday
OCIA Program. If you are interested, please contact the Church Office at 337/668-4413. St. John Berchmans Knights of Columbus' 34th Annual Sausage Po-Boy (with Chips) and Cake Sale will be held on Sun
Faith Formation & Religious Education
Faith Formation
Religious Education Program ***Registration Deadline - July 31, 2025*** 2025-2026_religion_schedule.pdf Download File Grades 1-9 - 2025/2026 Religion Schedule 2026-2027_religion_registration_form.
Men's Groups
Men's Group
Schedule: Sunday, 9 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Mass times at St. John Berchmans Catholic Church? ▼
St. John Berchmans Catholic Church Mass times: Sunday at 8 AM, 10 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
When is confession at St. John Berchmans Catholic Church? ▼
St. John Berchmans Catholic Church confession times: Saturday 3 PM - 3:30 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. John Berchmans Catholic Church? ▼
Yes, St. John Berchmans Catholic Church celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.
Does St. John Berchmans Catholic Church have daily Mass? ▼
Yes, St. John Berchmans Catholic Church offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 12:15 PM.
Where is St. John Berchmans Catholic Church located? ▼
St. John Berchmans Catholic Church is located at 552 Main Street, Cankton, LA 70584. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.
Does St. John Berchmans Catholic Church have Eucharistic Adoration? ▼
Yes, St. John Berchmans Catholic Church offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Friday 1 PM - 2 PM.
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