St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church
Dunellen, New Jersey
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Service Times for St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church
Sunday 8:30 AM
Mass
Sunday 10:30 AM
Mass
Sunday 12:00 PM
Mass (Spanish)
Monday 8:00 AM
Daily Mass
Tuesday 8:00 AM
Daily Mass
Tuesday 7:00 PM
Mass (Spanish)
Wednesday 8:00 AM
Daily Mass
Thursday 8:00 AM
Daily Mass
Friday 8:00 AM
Daily Mass
Saturday 5:00 PM
Saturday Vigil Mass
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Leadership
Rev. Alphonsus Kariuki
Pastor
What their website says
The parish is served by Rev. Alphonsus Kariuki.
Programs & Ministries at St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church
About St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church
St. John the Evangelist Church is a Roman Catholic parish established in 1880 and located in Dunellen, New Jersey, serving the borough and surrounding communities. Under the pastoral leadership of Rev. Alphonsus Kariuki, the parish offers a vibrant faith community with multiple weekly Mass times in English and Spanish, as well as a Kiswahili service on the second Sunday of each month. The church provides comprehensive faith formation programs, sacramental preparation, and spiritual devotions including Eucharistic Adoration throughout the week. Visitors are welcomed to experience the parish's rich liturgical tradition and diverse, multigultural community.
First-Time Visitor Info for St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church
Dress Code: Catholics typically wear business casual or business attire to Mass, though modest clothing is the primary expectation. Service Format: Weekend Masses are offered at 5:00 PM Saturday, and 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, and Noon (Spanish) on Sundays, with additional weekday Mass at 8:00 AM and evening Spanish Mass on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM. Visitor Tips: Confessions are available Saturdays from 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM, and the parish welcomes new parishioners—contact the church at (732) 968-2621 or visit 317 First Street for more information about joining the community.
Groups & programs
History & building
Founded in 1880
Established in 1880. The parish is served by Rev. Alphonsus Kariuki.
What their website says
Established in 1880
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