St. Teresa Catholic Church of Belleville, Illinois

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Mass and Sacraments

Mass

Reconciliation

Saturdays from 4:00 to 4:40 p.m.

Confessions can also be arranged by appointment by calling the rectory.

Novena to St. Teresa the Little Flower

The Novena to our patron, St. Teresa of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, is held immediately following the 8:15 a.m. Mass on the First Monday of every month.

Marriage

Marriage Preparation helps prepare engaged couples for their lives together as husband and wife and directs them in the planning of their wedding. Discussions should be held with the parish priest at least four months prior to setting the wedding date. Contact the Rectory office at 233-3500.

Baptism

Parents of the first born child are to attend a baptism preparation session with one of the parish priests prior to the Baptism to become familiar with the commitments and responsibilities for nurturing children in the Catholic faith. The session meets in the Rectory basement at 7 p.m.  Contact the Rectory Office to schedule. 

Adults seeking to enter the Church through Baptism generally receive the Sacrament during the Great Vigil of Easter. They are normally prepared for the Sacraments of Initiation by participating in the parish RCIA program.

Confirmation

The Sacrament of Confirmation is usually received during eighth grade. Any adult wishing to be Confirmed should contact the Rectory Office. 

If you have been baptized in the Catholic Church and wish to receive the final Sacrament of Initiation, please contact one of the parish priests for instruction.

Perpetual Adoration Chapel

Perpetual Adoration of our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament is offered on a 24-hour basis in the chapel of St. Teresa Church. Adoration gives you an opportunity for personal, private and quiet prayer any hour of the day or night. You are welcome to come for a designated hour or anytime and remain as long as you wish. Contact Mary Ellen Hermann or Brad Dunn.