St John Cantius Church

St. John Cantius is a unique church in the Archdiocese of Chicago—helping many discover a profound sense of the Sacred through solemn liturgies and devotions, treasures of sacred art, and liturgical music.

The historic landmark church is one of the best examples of sacred architecture in the city. Located in the heart of Chicago, it is accessible by car, bus, or subway. More about us »

Annual Benefit for the Canons Regular

You are invited to join the priests and brothers of the Canons Regular and our supporters on Sunday, September 30, for an elegant meal, lively entertainment, and more. Helps our seminarians study to be priests. Read more...
Register for CCD Classes

Registration for 2018-2019 CCD Classes will be after all Masses August 26th & September 2nd. Read more...
“Cooking with Cantius”

Biretta Books is creating a custom cookbook featuring favorite recipes from the parishioners and friends of St. John Cantius to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of our parish (1893-2018). “Cooking with Cantius” will be a treasured keepsake for us all. Read more...
Catholic Art Guild Annual Conference

The Catholic Art Guild is hosting their 2nd annual conference on Sunday, November 4th with leading philosophers and artists to rediscover the power of Beauty in the modern world. Early bird ticket sales end on August 1st. Read more...
Oberammergau 2020

Join Fr. Scott Haynes, SJC, and the Choirs of St. John Cantius on a special pilgrimage to Bavaria & Austria in September of 2020. A special feature of this trip will be the world-famous Oberammergau Passion Play. Sign up soon to reserve your place. Read more...