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510 Jackson Ave
Defiance, OH 43512
Phone: (419)782-7121
Fax: (419)782-5813
Email: stjohn@stjohndefiance.org

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Welcome to our website & church! Praise God for our return to publicly celebrated Mass. Jesus invites us to trust Him & unite our lives to His sacrifice. We miss you & hope you consider coming back to join us. May God bless you on your faith journey.




Mass Times

Sunday
8 am and 10 am (Live streaming 10 am)

Saturday
5:00 pm

Tuesday & Thursday
6:30 pm

Friday
9:00 am

Reconciliation

Sunday
9:15 to 9:45 am

Tuesday & Thursday
5:45 to 6:15 pm

Friday
8:15 to 8:45 am

Saturday
4:00 to 4:45 pm

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Parish News

  • Vacation Bible School Volunteers Needed

    July 21-24, 5 to 7:30 pm. Please call Alexis Davie for more information. 419-439-0723. Thank you for considering helping to create an exciting and fulfilling experience for our parish children!Read More »

  • Minister of Life-long Formation

    The Catholic Parishes of Defiance, St. John the Evangelist and St. Mary, are seeking a qualified individual to serve as the Minister of Life-long Formation. This full-time staff position is responsible for assisting in the coordination of the OCIA process, leading and directing the Second Hour program, and creating and encouraging an environment of life-long … Continue reading "Minister of Life-long Formation"Read More »
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