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Saints John and Paul Catholic Church

Diocese of Des Moines

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Address

1401 1st Avenue South
Altoona, IA 50009

About Saints John and Paul Catholic Church

Saints John and Paul Catholic Church is a Roman Rite parish located in Altoona, Iowa, within the Diocese of Des Moines. Saints John and Paul were brothers and Roman martyrs, executed in the 4th century AD under Emperor Julian the Apostate. They are venerated together in the Catholic Church. The parish offers Mass seven times per week, including two Sunday Masses. Confession is available at two scheduled times. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is offered at eight scheduled times throughout the week.


Saints John and Paul Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Altoona, Iowa, part of the Diocese of Des Moines. The parish offers Mass 7 times per week, including Sunday at 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Confession is available on Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8:30 AM
10:30 AM

Tuesday

5:30 PM

Wednesday

9 AM

Thursday

9 AM

Friday

9 AM

Saturday

5 PM

Confession Schedule

Saturday

8 AM - 9 AMor by appointment
4 PM - 4:30 PMor by appointment

Eucharistic Adoration

Monday: 7 PM - 8 PM
Tuesday: 6 AM - 7 AM
Wednesday: 6 AM - 7 AM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 9 AM
Thursday: 6 AM - 7 AM
Thursday: 8 AM - 9 AM
Friday: 6 AM - 7 AM
Friday: 8 AM - 9 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at Saints John and Paul Catholic Church?

Saints John and Paul Catholic Church Mass times: Sunday at 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

When is confession at Saints John and Paul Catholic Church?

Saints John and Paul Catholic Church confession times: Saturday 8 AM - 9 AM, 4 PM - 4:30 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at Saints John and Paul Catholic Church?

Yes, Saints John and Paul Catholic Church celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does Saints John and Paul Catholic Church have daily Mass?

Yes, Saints John and Paul Catholic Church offers daily Mass on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 5:30 PM, 9 AM.

Where is Saints John and Paul Catholic Church located?

Saints John and Paul Catholic Church is located at 1401 1st Avenue South, Altoona, IA 50009. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does Saints John and Paul Catholic Church have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, Saints John and Paul Catholic Church offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Monday 7 PM - 8 PM; Tuesday 6 AM - 7 AM; Wednesday 6 AM - 7 AM, 8 AM - 9 AM; Thursday 6 AM - 7 AM, 8 AM - 9 AM; Friday 6 AM - 7 AM, 8 AM - 9 AM.