St. Mary's Catholic Church

St. John the Evangelist Parish, along with Sacred Heart Parish in Kenilworth and St. Mary the Immaculate Parish in Palmerston, forms a Roman Catholic tri-parish community in Wellington County, Ontario. These parishes are part of the Diocese of Hamilton and welcome visitors to join their Masses and community. Learn more about the parishes.

St. John the Evangelist Parish, Sacred Heart Parish, and St. Mary the Immaculate Parish are three Roman Catholic parishes located in Arthur, Kenilworth, and Palmerston, respectively, in Wellington County, Ontario. Together, they form a tri-parish community under the Diocese of Hamilton. The parishes are served by Fr. Stephen Gilbert and are united in their mission to bring healing and hope to the local community through the strength of the Holy Eucharist.

The parishes offer a variety of Mass times across their locations, including Sunday and weekday services. For example, Mass at St. John the Evangelist in Arthur is held on Sundays at 10:30 AM and on weekdays at 9:00 AM. Sacred Heart in Kenilworth hosts Sunday Mass at 9:00 AM and Friday Mass at 10:00 AM. St. Mary the Immaculate in Palmerston offers Sunday Mass at 4:00 PM on Saturdays and weekday Masses at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM on certain days.

The parishes also provide opportunities for Adoration and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Adoration is held on the first Friday of each month at St. John and Sacred Heart, followed by Mass. Confessions are available after daily Mass and on the first Friday of the month.

The community encourages visitors to register with one of the parishes to receive bi-weekly bulletins and updates. For those interested in getting involved, the parishes offer various ministries and groups, such as the Knights of Columbus and the Catholic Women’s League. Get involved.

Newcomers are warmly welcomed and encouraged to attend Mass and participate in the parish community. The parishes are committed to serving the local community and providing a welcoming environment for all. Contact the parish office for more information or to register.

St. Mary’s Catholic Church is part of a tri-parish community in Wellington County, Ontario, offering structured worship with clearly posted Mass times and a welcoming tone for newcomers. First-time visitors can expect a focus on communal faith through the Holy Eucharist, with opportunities to engage in ministries and Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Pros

• Welcoming environment for newcomers emphasized in community outreach
• Clearly posted Mass times across multiple locations and days
• Offers Adoration and Sacrament of Reconciliation for spiritual engagement
• Includes a parish center and Catholic school for family accessibility
• Monthly nursing home masses reflecting community outreach
• Structured tri-parish organization with dedicated priest