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Find Sunday Mass, Saturday vigil, weekday Mass, and holy day schedules at Catholic parishes across the United States. Browse the directory by state or city, or jump straight to a specific parish to see the full Mass schedule, confession times, and contact info.

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How Catholic Mass scheduling works

Most Catholic parishes celebrate Sunday Mass at multiple times in the morning so parishioners can choose what fits their schedule. Common Sunday Mass slots are 7:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:30 AM, with a 5:00 PM Saturday vigil Mass the day before that also fulfills the Sunday obligation. Larger parishes often add an evening Sunday Mass at 5:00 or 7:00 PM.

Weekday Mass (also called daily Mass) is typically a single Mass each weekday morning, often at 7:00 or 8:00 AM, with an additional noon or evening Mass at larger parishes.

Holy days of obligation (Christmas, Easter, Assumption, All Saints, and others) often add or shift Mass times. Always confirm with the parish directly when planning to attend on a holy day.

Each Catholic church sets its own schedule. To find Mass times for a specific parish, search the directory by parish name, city, or state.

Frequently asked questions

When is Sunday Mass at most Catholic parishes?
Most Catholic parishes celebrate Sunday Mass at multiple times throughout the morning, with common slots at 7:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:30 AM, plus a Saturday vigil Mass (which counts as Sunday Mass for liturgical purposes) typically held at 4:00 or 5:00 PM. Each parish sets its own schedule — find the exact times for any parish by browsing the directory.
How long is a Catholic Mass?
A typical Sunday Mass at most Catholic parishes runs about one hour. Daily (weekday) Mass is shorter, usually 25–35 minutes. Holy day Masses, weddings, and funeral Masses can run longer — often 60–90 minutes — because they include additional readings, music, and liturgical elements.
What is the Catholic Mass?
The Catholic Mass is the central act of worship in the Roman Catholic Church, celebrating the Eucharist (the Body and Blood of Christ). It is divided into two main parts — the Liturgy of the Word (Scripture readings and homily) and the Liturgy of the Eucharist (consecration and communion). All baptized Catholics in good standing are invited to receive communion.
What is a vigil Mass?
A vigil Mass is a Saturday evening Mass that fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics. Most parishes hold a vigil Mass between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM on Saturdays, in addition to multiple Sunday morning Masses. If you can’t make it to Mass on Sunday, the Saturday vigil counts.
Are Catholic Mass times the same every Sunday?
For most parishes the standard Sunday Mass schedule is the same every week, but holy days of obligation, Christmas, Easter, and parish-specific events may shift or add Mass times. Always confirm with the parish directly when planning to attend on a holy day.
What should I wear to Catholic Mass?
Most Catholic parishes recommend modest, respectful clothing for Mass — what you might wear to a casual office or a nice dinner. Sunday Mass is generally a bit more formal than weekday Mass, but jeans and a clean shirt are accepted at most parishes. Avoid beachwear, athletic wear, or revealing clothing as a courtesy to other worshipers.
How do I find Mass times for a specific Catholic church?
Use the parish directory — search by parish name, city, or state. Each parish page lists Mass times (Sunday, weekday, Saturday vigil), confession schedules, and contact info.
What are weekday Mass times?
Weekday Mass (also called daily Mass) is typically a single Mass each weekday morning, often at 7:00 or 8:00 AM, sometimes with an additional noon or evening Mass at larger parishes. Each parish sets its own weekday schedule.
How long is a Catholic funeral Mass?
A Catholic funeral Mass typically lasts 60–90 minutes. The service includes the standard Liturgy of the Word and Liturgy of the Eucharist plus eulogies, prayers of commendation, and final commendation at the casket. Burial or interment usually follows the Mass and adds another 20–30 minutes if at a nearby cemetery.

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