Welcome to St. John Chrysostom Catholic Church!

We strive to make our parish a beacon for all who seek God's light and warmth, and we want all parishioners and visitors to feel at home here.

This page addresses Frequently Asked Questions about our parish. But we don't expect it to answer everything, and we hope to meet you personally.


For any question or need about the parish, click here to contact us. You may drop us a quick note and we will follow up, or view a complete list of clergy and staff contacts.
You may also reach parish secretary Barbara Fergone (left) at (610) 874-3418 ext. 101 or bfergone@sjcparish.org.

Join our parish email list here. Register for our parish here.


Click on any link for more information.

Church & Mass Information

Q:  Where is St. John Chrysostom Church?
A:  We are at 617 S. Providence Road, Wallingford, PA 19086. Click here for a map and directions.

Q:  What is your Mass schedule?

A:   Weekend Masses are at 4 p.m. Saturday (Vigil) and at 8, 10 and 11:30 a.m. Sunday.
The 10 am Mass on the first Sunday of the month is our Mass of Welcoming and Inclusion.

Daily Mass is at 8 a.m. Wednesday through Friday. A Communion Service is celebrated at 8 am Tuesdays.

For Holy Day and civic holiday Mass chedules, please check the parish bulletin and website..
All Mass information, including special liturgies, is posted on our parish calendar.

Q:  What is your confession schedule?
A:  3 to 3:50 p.m. Saturdays in church or other times by appointment: (610) 874-3418 x 102.

Q: How do I reach the Parish House/Rectory?
A: You may:

• Call (610) 874-3418; or
• Contact us through our website.

Please note that the Parish House is currently closed to visitors except by appointment.

Frozen meals and casseroles for Caring for Friends and St. John's Hospice are welcome and may be dropped off from 9 to 5 Monday-Friday without contact in front of the Parish House. Please do not leave meals outside of these hours.

Q: How do I obtain a Mass card or add a name to the parish sick or deceased list?
A: For information on Mass Intentions, please click here.
To add or remove a name from our prayer list for our sick, deceased and military, click here.
Please note: If you are planning a funeral at St. John's, the funeral home will notify us of the death.
 

Welcoming and Inclusion

Q:  Is St. John's prepared for visitors and parishioners with special needs?

A:  Absolutely! St. John's is a welcoming parish family where all belong.

Our church is fully accessible via the front entrance on Providence Road. That entrance also offers access to the Lower Church Hall via a stairlift through the double doors to the right in the vestibule (narthex). A handicapped-accessible bathroom is on the left.

Low-gluten Hosts, personal listening devices, and Braille worship aids are always available in the Sacristy. Please stop by before Mass for these.

Our ushers and parishioners are happy to assist you. If you have a special need, kindly phone the Parish House ahead of time (610-874-3418) so that we are prepared to welcome you.

Our 10 am Mass on the first Sunday of the month is a Mass of Welcoming and Inclusion, with an ASL interpreter and a few modifications for persons with special needs. We also have ASL interpretation at 10 am on the third Sunday of each month.
Of course, we welcome all to all of our Masses and events.


Our Ministry with Persons with Disabilities is engaged in liturgies and social events that bring fellowship, the love of Jesus, the Sacraments, and the Eucharist to all. We are also pleased to offer an Adaptive Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) for those with special needs.

Like all St. John's ministries, our Ministry with Persons with Disabilities welcomes new members and inquiries at any time.



Q. I have a vocal toddler and sometimes-fussy baby. Does the church have a "cry room?"

A: No! Jesus welcomed little children, and so do we! Your little ones are welcome to cry, laugh, chat, use their sippy cups and munch their Cheerios in church. (They may even be recruited for the occasional homily!) If you or they need a break, you may step into the vestibule (narthex), where the Mass is broadcast over speakers. But please come back!


Q: I have been away from the church and think about returning, but I'm not sure that I am welcome or even allowed to attend anymore. What do I need to do?

A: Two words: Welcome back! Wherever you are or have been in your spiritual journey, Jesus welcomes you with open arms, and so do we. For wherever life takes us, we always remain children of God.

Be assured that you are welcome at any St. John's Mass or parish activity at any time. To register with the parish, click here. We would be honored to be your new parish home.

Whether or not you are registered with us, we invite you to make an appointment with our pastor, Fr. Ed Hallinan (610 874.3418 x 102 or ehallinan@sjcparish.org), to share any concerns or questions you may have. Please be assured that you will be welcomed with God's grace, warmth and compassion, and in complete confidence.

Parish Registration

Q:  How do I register with the parish?
A:  Welcome! Click here to register. It's simple and quick.

Q:  Do I need to live in a certain area to become a parishioner?
A:  No. St. John's has no borders, and no paperwork is required from your last parish.  We do suggest as a courtesy to your last parish that you advise them of your move.

Q:  Why should I register with SJC?
A:  St. John's is an active faith community.
Registration allows you and your family to become full participants in parish life. Once you register, our Welcoming Committee will reach out, and you will begin receiving parish communications on parish news and parish life. You become part of the family, and we can serve you better.

Sacraments & Religious Education

Q: Where can I find information about weddings, funerals and Sacraments at the parish?
A. For information on weddings at St. John's, click here.
For information about funerals, click here.
For information about baptisms, click here.
All Sacramental information is available here.

Q: I have been asked to be a godparent or Confirmation sponsor. Where do I find the form I need?
A: Click here for those forms.

Q: Where can I learn about the Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) and sacraments for my children?
A: Sacramental preparation for children ages 16 and for youths of any age with a disability is conducted by our PREP. Learn more here or contact Patty Briganti, Coordinator of Religious Education.

Q: How do I learn more about becoming a Catholic or about receiving sacraments that I missed?

A: It is never too late to receive your Sacraments, and we are happy to assist you. We also welcome those who are interested in exploring the Catholic faith. Please contact our RCIA program, led by Elaine Mott
( emott@sjcparish.org or 610.639-5878).

Parish Mission & Leadership

Q:  What is the mission of St. John's parish?

A:  Our mission statement is this: The parishioners of St. John Chrysostom are called to live out the mission of Jesus. We serve all our sisters and brothers, particularly the poor and needy, by generous acts of charity and by working together with all people of goodwill for justice and peace. We actively look to help those who are not practicing their faith experience a conversion that will restore the joy of faith to their hearts and inspire a commitment to the Gospel. We welcome all to gather for worship, service, and community.

But our parish logo (left) expresses it best: As Jesus modeled and instructed, we are here to lovingly serve.

Q: What is the parish leadership structure?

A: St. John Chrysostom has been blessed in pastoral leadership since September 2011 by the Rev. Edward J. Hallinan, MDiv. Fr. Ed is supported by a lay Parish Pastoral Council, a lay Parish Finance Council, and by other clergy and staff.
 

Parish Life

Q:   What is parish life like at St. John's?

A:   Spirited and busy! We take our mission statement to heart, serving the Lord in our brothers and sisters in many ways. The heart of our parish life beats throughout our many ministries of Community Service, Parish Service, Faith Formation, and Worship & Music.

From the youngest to the oldest, there is a place for everyone. We each have gifts to share, and we welcome yours.

For an overview of our ministries, mouse over the Ministries tab on any page. That will give you a "big picture" menu of all our ministries, like this:

 
Click on any ministry name to visit that page.
Another view is available on our All Ministries page.

Not sure where to start or don't see what you're looking for? Please contact the ministry director, Mary Chollet, at (610) 874-3418 x 106, or email mchollet@sjcparish.org.

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Staying Connected

Q: How do I find out what is going on at St. John's?

A:  There are many ways to stay connected!
 

• Text joinsjc to 22828  or visit bit.ly/sjcparish_email to join our email list. That's where you'll learn about parish life, special events and other news.

 

• If you are registered with us but not receiving emails, please update your email address.

 

• Visit sjcparish.org often! That's your best source of information about events, collections, volunteer opportunities, and news from the pastor.

 

• Read our weekly bulletin.

 

• Keep your eye on the electronic sign on Providence Road!

 

• Check the parish calendar for schedules, meetings, events, ministry contacts and more.

 

• Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@sjc_parish), and subscribe to our YouTube channel.

 

  Events at St. John's

Q: How do I reserve a room for a meeting or event at the parish?

A: MeetParish ministries and organizations should contact Barbara Fergone at (610) 874-3418 or bfergone@sjcparish.org) to check availability for meeting space and to schedule your event.

Due to our very limited space, St. John's is unable to provide or rent space for non-parish events.
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Other Parish Matters

Q: What are my options for parish giving?

A: St. John Chrysostom requires every parishioner's support so that we can remain strong and of service to our parish, our community and our world. We offer three giving options:

• Online giving through Parish Giving is the easiest way to support St. John's. Parish Giving is a secure, simple and flexible way to manage your giving. Get started here.
• Venmo us @SJC-Church. Look for our parish logo (left) to confirm the correct account.
• Weekly envelopes are automatically mailed to all registered parishioners.

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Please email Business Manager Rosemary Endres or call (610)874-3418 x 108 with questions.

Q: Um, St. John Who?

A: That's Chrysostom (KRIS-o-stum), from the Greek Chrysostomos, or "golden-mouthed."

Our patron saint (c. 347-407) was a prominent doctor of the Greek Church, an eloquent preacher, and a rebel. His Feast Day is Sept. 13.

Read more about St. John Chrysostom here.