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Catholic Churches in Joliet, Illinois

St. Bernard

Diocese of Joliet

Directions

Address

1301 Sterling Avenue
Joliet, IL 60432

About St. Bernard

St. Bernard is one of three historic Joliet parishes — along with St. Mary Magdalene and St. Anthony — united in March 2025 to form Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in the Diocese of Joliet. The parish building offers weekday Mass at 7:30 am Monday through Friday, a Saturday 4:00 pm vigil, and Sunday Masses at 9:00 and 10:30 am, with full ADA accessibility throughout the campus.


St. Bernard is a Roman Catholic parish in Joliet, Illinois, part of the Diocese of Joliet. The parish offers Mass 8 times per week, including Sunday at 9 AM and 10:30 AM. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

9 AM(St. Mary Magdalene Church)
10:30 AM(St. Mary Magdalene Church)

Monday

7:30 AM(St. Mary Magdalene Church)

Tuesday

7:30 AM(St. Mary Magdalene Church)

Wednesday

7:30 AM(St. Mary Magdalene Church)

Thursday

7:30 AM(St. Mary Magdalene Church)

Friday

7:30 AM(St. Mary Magdalene Church)

Saturday

4 PM(St. Mary Magdalene Church)

Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.

Programs & Ministries

Faith Formation & Religious Education

Religious Education

Children

(815) 726-4073 · cgoba@rcdoj.org

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Bernard?

St. Bernard Mass times: Sunday at 9 AM, 10:30 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Tuesday, Friday, Monday, Thursday, Wednesday.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Bernard?

Yes, St. Bernard celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does St. Bernard have daily Mass?

Yes, St. Bernard offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 7:30 AM.

Where is St. Bernard located?

St. Bernard is located at 1301 Sterling Avenue, Joliet, IL 60432. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.