St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Mermentau, LA was founded in 1882. We are part of the West Region of the Diocese of Lafayette. Pastor: Fr. led by
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Our mission chapel is St. Margaret of Scotland in Estherwood, LA. Ravi Jampangi

St. John the Evangelist

MASS TIMES
Saturday Anticipated Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m. Wednesday 12:15 p.m.
1st Friday of every month 5:30 p.m. Rosary every Monday afternoon
beginning at 5:30 pm led by St. John's
Ladies Altar Society. HOLY HOUR
1st Friday of every month 6:00 p.m. CONFESSION
30 minutes before weekd

ay Masses,
Saturdays 3:00–3:45 p.m.,
or by appointment. Margaret of Scotland Chapel

MASS TIMES
Saturday Anticipated Mass 5:30 p.m. Sunday 8:30 a.m. Tuesday 6:30 a.m. Thursday 6:30 a.m.
1st Saturday of every month 8:00 a.m. Rosary beginning at 7:30 a.m. Margaret's Ladies Altar Society
before 1st Saturday Mass . CONFESSION
30 minutes before weekday Masses and the 1st Saturday Mass, Sundays 7:30–8:25 a.m., or by appointment.

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SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY
Contact the pastor 6 months prior to the wedding. BAPTISM
Parents of babies being baptized will need to call one month ahead of time to receive information needed for baptism.

Have you completed your Parish Census yet?If you received a Parish Census email, please use the personalized link in tha...
09/09/2026

Have you completed your Parish Census yet?

If you received a Parish Census email, please use the personalized link in that email to verify your household information. It's the quickest way to update your existing parish record and helps prevent duplicate records.

If you did not receive an email, you can still be included! Use the QR code in Sunday's bulletin or visit this link (https://www.osvhub.com/stjohnstmargaret/forms/short-census-form)to complete the Parish Census Short Form. Every household matters. Thank you for helping us keep our parish family connected and ensuring our records are current.

Dear Friends,I have celebrated Mother Mary’s birthday in my parish.I Thank so much all the people who helped me.
09/08/2026

Dear Friends,
I have celebrated Mother Mary’s birthday in my parish.
I Thank so much all the people who helped me.

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,With great joy, I invite all the faithful to join us as we celebrate the Birthday of...
09/07/2026

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

With great joy, I invite all the faithful to join us as we celebrate the Birthday of our Blessed Mother Mary. 🌹

Let us come together in faith and prayer to honor our Heavenly Mother and ask for her loving intercession for our families, our parish, and the whole world.

📅 Tuesday, September 8, 2026
⏰ 6:30 AM
⛪ St. Margaret Church, Estherwood

Let us gather around the altar and celebrate this beautiful feast with Mary, our Mother and Queen.

All are warmly welcome!
🌹 “The Lord is with you.” — Luke 1:28 🌹

Watch your inbox! An email from OSV Hub is on its way. It contains a secure link to review and update your parishioner r...
08/30/2026

Watch your inbox! An email from OSV Hub is on its way. It contains a secure link to review and update your parishioner record. Your response helps us keep our parish records accurate so we can better communicate with and serve our parish family. Thank you for your participation! Learn more at https://diolaf.org/census.

🎉 Reminder: Under the Oaks Fall Festival 2026 is coming soon! 🎉Don’t forget to mark your calendars for September 19 & 20...
08/27/2026

🎉 Reminder: Under the Oaks Fall Festival 2026 is coming soon! 🎉
Don’t forget to mark your calendars for September 19 & 20, 2026, and join us for the Under the Oaks Fall Festival! We’re thrilled to come together for an unforgettable weekend filled with fellowship, delicious food, fun games, great music, and community spirit!

There are many ways to help make this year’s festival a success!

Sponsorships and donations. 💛 Give at a level right for you: https://stjohnstmargaret.com/under-the-oaks-sponsorships-donations

Show your skills at the Rice & Gravy Cookoff! ⏰ Entry forms due 9/12/2026. Sign up today: https://stjohnstmargaret.com/under-the-oaks-rice-gravy-cook-off

Don't miss the opportunity to join us as a Vendor. 🛍️Submit your vendor form by 9/12/2026: https://stjohnstmargaret.com/market-bazaar

We are still accepting bingo gifts, which may be dropped off at the church office.

Volunteers are needed. Every helping hand makes a difference. Sign up now: https://stjohnstmargaret.com/under-the-oaks-volunteer

Thank you for helping us create a wonderful festival for our church family and community. We can’t wait to see everyone Under the Oaks!

⏰Today is the last day to register for Catechism for the 2026–2027 school year! ✨📚Help your children begin the year prep...
08/24/2026

⏰Today is the last day to register for Catechism for the 2026–2027 school year! ✨📚Help your children begin the year prepared with faith formation.
✅ Register today before registration closes: https://qrco.de/bgum0g
✨ For Students from 1st grade through Confirmation Class ✨
💵 Fees:
• Registered Parishioners: $25 per child
• Non-Parishioners: $50 per child

Coming Soon! As part of our Parish Census, you'll receive an email from OSV Hub with a secure link to review and update ...
08/23/2026

Coming Soon! As part of our Parish Census, you'll receive an email from OSV Hub with a secure link to review and update your parishioner record. Keeping your information current helps us communicate important parish news and support the ministries that bring our faith community together. Thank you for taking a few moments to help us strengthen our parish family. Learn more at https://diolaf.org/census.

🍚🔥 Rice & Gravy Cook-Off is coming up! 🔥🍚Join us Sept. 19, 2026 in Mermentau, LA for great food, big flavor, and cook-of...
08/21/2026

🍚🔥 Rice & Gravy Cook-Off is coming up! 🔥🍚
Join us Sept. 19, 2026 in Mermentau, LA for great food, big flavor, and cook-off fun! 😋🏆
💵 $100 per team
⏰ Entries due 9/12/26
🏆 1st Place + People’s Choice
Tag your team and come hungry! 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳🙌
👉 Register online! https://stjohnstmargaret.com/under-the-oaks-rice-gravy-cook-off

🌳 The Secret Is Out! 🌟🍂 Big news for this year’s Fall Bazaar! 🍁A portion of the proceeds from this year’s Under the Oaks...
08/18/2026

🌳 The Secret Is Out! 🌟
🍂 Big news for this year’s Fall Bazaar! 🍁
A portion of the proceeds from this year’s Under the Oaks Fall Bazaar will fund St. Margaret’s beautification project— enhancing our sacred space, lifting our hearts and minds to God, and creating an even more welcoming worship experience for both parishioners and visitors alike. 🙏✨
Your generosity is truly appreciated and will help make this vision grow! 💚

Youth Group this Sunday! 🎉 A place to belong, grow, and have fun! 🙌✨👫 Bring a friend — new faces are always welcome!📍 W...
08/16/2026

Youth Group this Sunday! 🎉 A place to belong, grow, and have fun! 🙌✨

👫 Bring a friend — new faces are always welcome!
📍 Where: St. John Parish Hall
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

🎮 Games & snacks
🗣️ Real talk about life
🙏 Faith that makes sense
🤝 Service projects & leadership
🎉 Retreats, events, and fun memories
💫 Faith. Friends. Forward.

📣 Haven’t joined yet? We’d love to see you there!
https://qrco.de/bglPxz
✝️🎉

Address

703 Orange Street
Mermentau, LA
70556

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm

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