Contact & Location for Saint John XXIII Parish and Catholic Center
About Saint John XXIII Parish and Catholic Center
Saint John XXIII Parish and Catholic Center is a vibrant university parish located in Knoxville, Tennessee, serving the Catholic community at the University of Tennessee and surrounding area. The parish is staffed by the Paulist Fathers and offers a welcoming environment where visitors are invited to experience faith through Mass, confession, eucharistic adoration, and various campus ministry programs. With multiple Mass times throughout the week—including daily Masses and weekend services with livestreaming options—the parish provides accessible opportunities for worship. The community emphasizes inclusion and spiritual growth for students and families alike, supported by dedicated missionaries and parish programs designed to help people deepen their Catholic faith.
First-Time Visitor Info for Saint John XXIII Parish and Catholic Center
Dress Code: Not specified—please contact the church directly. Service Format: Masses are offered daily during the school week at 1:00 PM, with Saturday vigil Mass at 5:30 PM and Sunday Masses at 9:00 AM, 11:15 AM (livestreamed), and additional times during the school semester. Confession is available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons, and eucharistic adoration takes place Wednesday and Thursday mornings during the school year. Visitor Tips: Parking can be challenging in the university area; the parish website provides guidance on where to park. The 11:15 AM Sunday Mass is livestreamed on the parish YouTube channel for those unable to attend in person. Contact the parish at (865) 523-7931 for specific questions or seasonal schedule changes.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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