Lent 2026 in San Jose begins on Ash Wednesday, February 18. Santa Teresa Parish invites you to join us for Mass, confession, Stations of the Cross, adoration, and Lenten gatherings throughout the season.
If you are searching for a Catholic church in San Jose for Lent 2026, we welcome you. Whether you attend weekly or are returning after some time away, you are welcome here.
Santa Teresa Church
794 Calero Avenue
San Jose, CA 95123
Ash Wednesday Mass Times – February 18, 2026
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent and is a day of prayer, fasting, and reflection.
If you are looking for Ash Wednesday Mass times in San Jose, Santa Teresa Church offers several opportunities throughout the day:
Mass times
- 6:30 am
- 8:30 am
- Noon
- 5:30 pm – Liturgy of the Word & Ashes
- 7:00 pm
All are welcome to receive ashes and begin the Lenten season with us.
Confession during Lent in San Jose
Many people return to confession during Lent. If you are searching for confession near you in San Jose, Santa Teresa Church offers expanded opportunities throughout the season.
Regular Confession
- Saturdays at 4:00 pm
- Wednesdays during Adoration, 7:00–8:00 pm
Parish Reconciliation Service
- Thursday, March 12
- Noon and 7:00 pm
Lent is a time of renewal. If it has been five months or five years since you came to church, you are welcome.
Stations of the Cross in San Jose
Fridays during Lent at 7:00 pm
Pray the Stations of the Cross with our parish community each Friday as we reflect on Christ’s journey to the Cross.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Wednesdays in Lent
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
8:15 pm Benediction
Thursdays in Lent
Following the 8:30 am Mass until 10:00 am
Spend quiet time in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament during this sacred season.
Friday Lenten Soup Supper
Fridays at 6:00 pm
Sponsored by parish groups
Join us for fellowship before Stations of the Cross.
Weekday Mass and Scripture Sharing
Weekday Mass
8:30 am, Tuesday through Friday
Scripture Sharing
Tuesdays after the 8:30 am Mass
Lenten Fasting and Abstinence Guidelines
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fasting and abstinence.
Fasting means one full meatless meal and two smaller meals without snacking between meals. This applies to Catholics ages 18–59.
Abstinence means no meat, including poultry. Catholics over the age of 14 observe abstinence on Ash Wednesday and all Fridays of Lent.
Those who are ill, pregnant, or have medical conditions are not obligated.
Returning to Church This Lent?
Lent is a season when many people come back to church. If you are considering returning to the Catholic Church in San Jose, this is a meaningful time to begin again.
If you have questions or would like to speak with a priest, our parish office is here to help.
No pressure. No judgment. Just welcome.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lent
What time is Ash Wednesday Mass at Santa Teresa Church?
Masses are at 6:30 am, 8:30 am, Noon, 5:30 pm, and 7:00 pm.
Where can I go to confession during Lent in San Jose?
Confession is offered Saturdays at 4:00 pm and Wednesdays 7:00–8:00 pm during Lent.
Are non-Catholics welcome during Lent?
Yes. All are welcome to attend Mass and Lenten devotions at Santa Teresa Church in San Jose.
Looking for Holy Week Mass times in San Jose?
View our full Holy Week 2026 schedule.
Plan Your Visit
Santa Teresa Church
794 Calero Avenue
San Jose, CA 95123
408-629-7777
We are located in South San Jose and serve families throughout the area, including the Almaden and Calero neighborhoods. We also offer live streaming via YouTube.