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Catholic Churches in San Diego, California

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church

Diocese of San Diego

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Address

1638 Polk Ave.
San Diego, CA 92103

About St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church

St. John the Evangelist is a vibrant multicultural parish in San Diego's North Park neighborhood, staffed by Society of the Divine Word priests and offering Mass in both English and Spanish every Sunday. Weekday Mass is celebrated daily at 5 PM, and the parish is known for welcoming all — including active LGBTQ and evangelization ministries — under the guidance of Pastor Rev. Charles Moat Jr., SVD.


St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in San Diego, California, part of the Diocese of San Diego. The parish offers Mass 10 times per week, including Sunday at 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM and 12:30 PM and 5 PM. Confession is available on Saturday. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8:30 AM
10:30 AM
12:30 PM
Spanish
5 PM

Monday

5 PM

Tuesday

5 PM

Wednesday

5 PM

Thursday

5 PM

Friday

5 PM

Saturday

5 PM

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

Confession Schedule

Saturday

4:25 PM - 4:45 PMEnglish and Spanish

Programs & Ministries

RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)

RCIA / OCIA

Choir & Music Ministry

Choir

Schedule: Sunday

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 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 5 PM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

When is confession at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church?

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church confession times: Saturday 4:25 PM - 4:45 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 5 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 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 5 PM.

Where is St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church located?

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church is located at 1638 Polk Ave., San Diego, CA 92103. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.