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SUNDAYS MAIN CHURCH
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7:00 AM / 8:30 AM |
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10:00 AM |
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12:00 PM |
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1:30 PM |
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3:00 PM |
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Saturday 6:00 PM(Anticipated Mass) |
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Masses at Our Lady’s Chapel
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Weekdays Masses in Japanese, Main Church
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12:00 PM (Elderly) |
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6:00 PM |
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Schedule Of Confessions (Main Chapel)
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Welcome to St. Ignatius Church
Kojimachi Catholic Church is centrally located in Tokyo, at Yotsuya; it is more often called St. Ignatius Church. It is an international church. On Sundays masses are celebrated in various languages for the different nationalities attending mass here.
St. Ignatius Church is named after Saint Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus, a Catholic religious order, Saint Ignatius is the patron saint of the church; he was also the first general of the Society of Jesus. Christianity was first introduced into Japan in 1549 by St Francis Xavier who had been sent by St. Ignatius.
The predecessor of the present St. Ignatius Church was “St. Therese of the Child Jesus Church” which was established as a small parish church of Tokyo in 1936. In May 1945 a massive air-raid struck Tokyo and this church burned down completely. The Kulturheim Chapel of Sophia University was temporarily used as a replacement church.
In 1947 the Archdiocese of Tokyo asked the Society of Jesus to rebuild Kojimachi Church which was then dedicated to St. Ignatius of Loyola. Construction was completed and the dedication ceremony was held in 1949. Construction of the present St. Ignatius Church was completed in 1999. A bigger new church was needed because the older church had deteriorated and there had been a rapid increase in the number of parishioners.
Occupying the center of the new church building is the oval shaped main chapel. Its oval shape is like an egg symbolizing life and resurrection, the life and resurrection of Christ.
The statue affixed to the wall of the main chapel depicts Christ’s resurrection after overcoming suffering and death. Both hands are extended as a gesture of warm welcome to all who come into the church.
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St.Ignatius Church
JR Chuo Line／Subway: Marunouchi and Namboku Lines
1 minute walking from Yotsuya Station (Beside Sophia University）
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The Church Office is located at the right hand after entering Parish building. There you can ask for information regarding registration, weddings, funerals and all other kinds of procedures (See Church Building). Tel: 03-3263-4584 FAX 03-3263-4585 |
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The Pauline Sisters will try to answer your questions. Weekdays 11:00am～7:00pm Sundays 9:00am～7:00pm Closed Mondays FAX 03-3263-4585 |
To the right of the entrance gate you will find a small shop that can also give information about the Church activities.
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English Mass for Children:
Every 1st Sunday of the Month; 12 noon English Mass for Children
A group called "Angels" will gather the children ages 6-12 in Xavier Chapel just after the opening prayer. The "Angels" will provide stories of the Gospel reading in language that is understood by the children. Then, the "Angels" will lead the children for a blessing with holy water by the priest during the offertory. After the blessing, the children go back to their families to continue the Mass.
To inquire, please contact: the John De Britto English Center: (03) 3263-4576
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Welcome to St. Ignatius Church:
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Our warmest welcome to all those who worship with our parish community, whether after a long time or newly arrived. If you would like to register with St. Ignatius church, please come to the church office. St. Ignatius Church, through John de Britto English Center, wants to reach out to help all members of the English-speaking Catholic community to grow in their faith life, in the best possible way. If you want to help St. Ignatius Church, come and visit the center for possibilities of collaboration. Thank you and God's blessings. | ||
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Rosary :Every Sunday after the 12 PM Mass we pray the Holy Rosary in front of Our Lady's statue, to your right as you go out of the Main Chapel. You are most welcome! |
Baptism:Please inquire about the requirements and schedule of baptism.
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First Communion:Preparation class for First Communion is done at the Saturday School or at the Sunday School. Please contact the Church Reception Office for further information: (03) 3263-4584. |
Marriage:Please make arrangements early - at least 6 months before your wedding day. Contact the Church Reception Office: (03) 3263-4584 |
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English Mass Overall Coordination:Every Sunday at 12:00 p.m. Choir practice from 11:00 a.m. in Room 401. Lectors & Readers, practice & prepare at 11:30 a.m. in the Sacristy. Volunteers, ushers, for noon Mass: 11:30 a.m. distribution of newsletters, children, seating, collection, posting notices. Altars boys & girls for 12:00 noon Mass come at 11:30am sharp to the Sacristy. |
Volunteer:Would you like to be a Lector, reader, choir member, usher, altar boy/girl? Or hand out the monthly bulletin? Please come to John De Britto English Center or call (03) 3263-4576. |
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Sunday Nihongo Class
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English-Speaking Group Meeting:Every third Sunday of the month from 1:45 pm in Room 301 of Arrupe Hall, the English-speaking community gathers to plan and think of better ways to serve St. Ignatius Church. You are most welcome! To inquire, please contact: John De Britto English Center: (03) 3263-4576 |
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Faith Sharing Group:Faith Sharing Group: We are interested in renewing our faith, and how to create good spiritual practice in our lives. We are also interested in deepening our understanding of the liturgy, ritual and teaching of the Church. If you are interested in joining this group to explore these or any other related issues, please join us every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at 2:00 pm in 3rd floor of Kibe Hall, Room 310. If you have any further questions, please contact: Mr. Douglas Marvin at telephone (03) 5942-8952 or John De Britto English Center: (03) 3263-4576 |
Catholic Faith Formation Class for Adults:Adult Catholics who wish to deepen their understanding of the Faith are welcome to attend. Please join us, every first Sunday of the month in room 310- Kibe Hall from 1:45 pm. |
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Liturgy of the Word for Children “Angels”:Every 1st Sunday of the Month; 12 noon English Mass for Children A group called "Angels" will gather the children ages 6-12 in Xavier Chapel just after the opening prayer of the Mass. The "Angels" will provide stories of the Gospel reading in language that is understood by the children. Then, the "Angels" will lead the children back to the main chapel for a blessing with holy water by the priest during the offertory. After the blessing, the children go back to their families to continue the Mass. To inquire, please contact: the John De Britto English Center: (03) 3263-4576 |
Getting Acquainted Lunch:International food are available on Sundays at Teresia Hall. |
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