Welcome to our Parish!
No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here. We are glad that your life’s journey has led you to us. We believe you are not here by coincidence, but because of God’s purpose for your life. It is our hope that here at St. John the Evangelist-St. Rocco Parish in Brooklyn, you will discover a place to belong, worship, and grow in the love experienced in Christ. We can’t wait to see you at Mass this weekend!
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Finding St. John the Evangelist - St. Rocco
Confession Times
Saturdays 4:30-5pm
Mass Times
English: Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m.
Spanish: Friday – 7:30 p.m.
English: Saturday 5:30 p.m.
English: Sunday 8:45 a.m.
Spanish: Sunday 10:00 a.m.
ALL MASSES TAKE PLACE AT THE 21ST STREET LOCATION (250 21st Street, between 5th & 6th Avenues)
Learn about Catholicism
Mass: What to Expect
The central Catholic act of worship is attending the Mass, or Divine Liturgy. The Mass is divided into two parts: the Liturgy of the Word, and the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
During the first part, the priest leads us in prayer and songs, praising God, thanking Him, and asking Him for forgiveness. We hear Scripture readings, the priest gives a talk, and then we all pronounce the core principles of our faith.
In the second part, the priest says the blessing, transforming bread and wine into the Body and Blood of Christ. We all say the "Our Father" prayer, and then receive communion. Finally, there is a closing prayer and final blessing.
