About St. John the Baptist · Kenmore, New York
St. John the Baptist Parish in Kenmore, New York, is a Roman Catholic community founded by St. John Neumann in 1836. The parish emphasizes God’s presence in liturgy, sacraments, and community life, fostering faith through teaching and Gospel experience. All are welcome with openness and generosity, and charity is extended through various ministries. The parish offers a full range of sacraments, ministries, and faith formation programs for all ages.
- Established
- 1836
- Patron
- St. John Neumann
- Rector
- Rev. Michael Parker
Why belong here
Join our parish to experience faith enriched through teaching and the Gospel, to be welcomed with openness and generosity, and to serve others through our many ministries. From youth ministry to social justice, there are opportunities for all to grow spiritually and contribute to community life.
Mass times at St. John the Baptist
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m.
Adoration times
- Monday - Friday, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
- Sunday Holy Hour in the Chapel: 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Our Mission
St. John the Baptist is a Roman Catholic parish founded by St. John Neumann where God is loved and present in the liturgy, the sacraments and the community, faith is enriched through our teaching and experiencing the gospel, all are welcome in the spirit openness, and generosity and charity is extended through our ministry to all.
Parish Staff
- Rev. Michael Parker, Pastor
- Rev. Peter Ekanem, Parochial Vicar
- Deacon Andrew Mical, Permanent Deacon
- Sr. Jolene Ellis, OSF, Pastoral Associate
- Susan Koprucki, Business Manager
- Anita Stockton, Parish Administrator
- Bryan Mertz, Maintenance Manager
- Michelle Fisher, Dir. of Religious Education - Grades 1 - 8
Faith Formation
Attention High School Families! SJB Faith Formation Registration for the 2026-2027 school year has begun!!! 9th grade and 10th grade CONFIRMATION classes will begin in September. You can find more information online at www.lightofchristrcc.com Registration Deadline Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Ministries/Volunteer
You are called to share of yourselves. Join one of our many ministries and parish organizations, or participate in the Mass. Helping hands are always needed. Please click here for information regarding altar serving, Eucharistic ministry, choir, and ushering.