St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
About St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
Founded in 1850 and known locally as the "Cathedral on the Bayou," St. John the Evangelist anchors the Catholic life of Plaquemine, Louisiana, serving roughly 1,800 families in the Diocese of Baton Rouge. The historic church — currently undergoing a centennial restoration — offers three Sunday Masses, daily weekday Mass, and an adoration chapel open from 4 a.m. to 11 p.m. each day.
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Plaquemine, Louisiana, part of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. The parish offers Mass 8 times per week, including Sunday at 7:30 AM and 9 AM and 11 AM. Confession is available on Tuesday, Saturday. View the full schedule below.
Mass Schedule
Sunday
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
Tuesday
Saturday
Programs & Ministries
RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)
RCIA / OCIA
Faith Formation & Religious Education
Faith Formation
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Mass times at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church? ▼
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Mass times: Sunday at 7:30 AM, 9 AM, 11 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
When is confession at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church? ▼
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church confession times: Tuesday 5:30 PM - 5:45 PM; Saturday 3 PM - 3:30 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church? ▼
Yes, St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.
Does St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church have daily Mass? ▼
Yes, St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church offers daily Mass on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 6 PM, 7 AM.
Where is St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church located? ▼
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church is located at 57805 Main Street, Plaquemine, LA 70764. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.
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