St. John Cantius Parish is a parish in the Archdiocese of Chicago. St. John’s offers the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass according to the Roman Rite in both the Ordinary and Extraordinary Forms. Thus, the Ordinary Form of the Mass, often referred to as the Novus Ordo, is offered both in Latin and English according to the Missale Romanum, issued by Pope John Paul II in 2003. St. John Cantius Parish is also privileged to offer daily the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass in the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite, commonly referred to as the Tridentine Latin Mass, according to the Missale Romanum of 1962. Learn more »

Understanding the Mass

Fr. C. Frank Phillips, C.R. will offer a special class on the Traditional Latin Mass on Wednesdays in October. Learn to follow the Mass and to appreciate it more deeply.More information »

Special Events for the Forty Hours Devotion

The annual Forty Hours Devotion of St. John Cantius Church will conclude with two events. First of all, a Solemn High Mass (Extraordinary Form) will be offered on Sunday, October 19, 2008 at 12:30 p.m. For details click here...

Year of St. Paul

From June 2008-June 2009, the Church is honoring one of the great saints and founders of the early Church — the Apostle Paul. Join us for special talks, musical events and conferences here at St. John Cantius. Read more here...

Handel’s Messiah

Join us on Saturday, December 6, 2008 for The magnificence of Handel’s 18th Century masterpiece, in the Baroque splendor of St. John Cantius Church. Before the concert, enjoy a fascinating lecture on Handel’s Messiah by Dr. Robert Kendrick of the University of Chicago. Click here for details...

A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

Do not miss this annual community event! St. John Cantius’ Service of Nine Lessons and Carols brings you the classic carols of Christmas. Voices uplifted in song, the spirit uplifted with tradition and reverence. Blending Scripture readings and Sacred Music, this century-old tradition has become a cherished event not only for our church, but for the people of Chicago. Get your tickets today...

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