Search Results

On December 28, 2025, the closing Mass of the Holy Year was solemnly held at the Catholic Chofu Church. The Mass was concelebrated by Father Angel, the parish priest, and Father Rapp, the seminary director. It was a great joy for us, who have fulfilled our mission as a pilgrimage church, that the Chofu Church community and the seminary were able to celebrate this day together as one. ■ Messages from the two priests Two priests spoke at the Mass. In his homily, Father Angel used the image of the Holy Family in the Gospel of Matthew to talk about three things we should keep in mind as we go forward. Listen to the small voice in the silence . Accepting each other in a sense of security similar to "family life." Respect all roles, both public and private, behind-the-scenes "work (service)." "Even if new difficulties arise, as long as we unite our hearts, we will be fine." Father Lap's words gave us a powerful encouragement as we took our next step after the Jubilee Year. Father Lap delivered his sermon in Vietnamese. Even though I did not understand the details of the words, his powerful words conveyed the richness of Chofu Church, where people from various cultures come together, and the passion of universal faith. ■ Prayer of Thanksgiving by the Pilgrimage Committee Chairman At the end of the Mass, we shared a prayer of thanksgiving from Pilgrimage Committee Chairman Fujinaga, who has led the service for the past year. [Prayer of Thanksgiving on the Closing of the Holy Year (excerpt)] "...During the year that we have been designated a pilgrimage church, more than 4,000 people have visited Chofu Church, and these visitors have allowed us to discover new things about Chofu Church and meet unexpected people...which has allowed us to deepen our bonds with each other. We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude once again for making it possible for us to safely close the Holy Year thanks to the cooperation of so many people, not only the work of our pilgrimage volunteers, but also the provision of hot meals, daily reception in the heat and cold, cleaning, record keeping, and supporting pilgrims behind the scenes. Building on the blessings of this past year, we would like to take another new step forward so that the church can be a beacon of hope." The full text is here. ↓ ■ Kamishibai "The Fir Trees": The seeds of synodality After the Mass, volunteers performed a picture-story show called "Fir Trees." It tells the story of a lone tree that tries to stand alone in a storm and falls, and the trees in the valley that are packed together but support each other and weather the storm. This story, which depicts the importance of living together while supporting each other, is the very theme of "walking together (synodality)" that the Chofu Church community will be cultivating from next year. We have renewed our determination to become such a strong community that can turn even storms into blessings from heaven. ■ Resonating prayers and singing: Shared emotions The afterglow of the closing Mass spread to the evening Rosary gathering via Zoom. A person from another church who attended the closing Mass at Chofu Church shared a moving story: "Everyone in the church came together as one, each singing and praying with gratitude for their own Jubilee. The beautiful reverberation of the song gave me a deep sense of unity." It was a moment when people were united in one prayer, transcending the walls of their churches. ■ Instead of concluding The Holy Year has come to an end, but our pilgrimage continues. May God's abundant blessings be upon Mr. Fujinaga, the Pilgrimage Committee Chair, all the volunteers who have supported us this past year, and all those who have visited Chofu Church. We will continue to walk together as "pilgrims of hope."

In celebration of the Nativity of the Lord, we will be holding Christmas and New Year's Masses as follows. Please join us. ◆ Wednesday, December 24th: Midnight Mass of the Nativity of the Lord 4:00 PM Mass with Children 7pm 8:30pm (mainly Vietnamese) 24 hours * There will be no 9:30 a.m. mass on this day. ◆ December 25th (Thursday) Nativity of the Lord 8:00 AM Early Morning Mass of the Nativity of the Lord 10:30 a.m. Nativity Day Mass * There will be no 8:00 PM mass on this day. ◆ Mass of Thanksgiving on Wednesday, December 31st 10:30 ◆ January 1st (Thursday) Mass for the Feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God 0 o'clock 8 o'clock 10:30 ◆ First Friday Mass on January 2nd (Friday) 10:30 * There will be no 9:30 a.m. mass on this day. If you have any questions, please contact the church. May we welcome the birth of our Lord and the new year together with you in gratitude and joy.

How do you spend your Saturday nights? At Chofu Catholic Church, we hold Eucharistic Adoration from 6:15 PM every Saturday prior to Mass at 7 PM. Our parish priest, Father Angel, has given us this opportunity because he wants us to not lose sight of the very presence of Jesus, who is present in our daily lives of faith, by placing too much importance on the prayers at Mass. He wants us to feel Jesus in our hearts and to be with him always. At 6:15pm, as dusk approached, the calming light of the cathedral filled the air. The time spent facing the Eucharist in this reversible space is truly a blissful time in which you can have a deep conversation with Jesus. By escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life and facing your own heart, you will surely be able to regain your true self before Jesus . During the Eucharistic Adoration , we will sing the prayer song "The Lord Lives Now" without organ accompaniment. We are sure that the warm singing of "The Lord Lives Now, He is in my Heart" will resonate in the clear air and touch your hearts. Welcoming Jesus into your heart during Eucharistic Adoration and feeling his presence deeply before attending Mass will surely enrich your faith. There are not many opportunities to feel this calm and centered in God in the heart of the city, and I hope to share this blessed time with as many people as possible. We look forward to seeing you at the Catholic Chofu Church Chapel every Saturday from 6:15 PM. Please come and experience this special, sacred moment .

巡礼の教会であり、チマッティ神父の記念館（お墓）や聖骸布の原寸大の公認レプリカがあるカトリック調布教会 ​​​ welcome To Chofu Church We are empowered by our unwavering trust in the Lord's teachings, and where we come together under the Holy Spirit, unity and harmony will come. Please join our community and experience the power of the Lord together in your daily life. The doors of Chofu Church are open to everyone. Please feel free to come to church even if it is your first time. We are empowered by our unwavering trust in the Lord's teachings, and where we come together under the Holy Spirit, unity and harmony will come. Please join our community and experience the power of the Lord together in your daily life. The doors of Chofu Church are open to everyone. Please feel free to come to church even if it is your first time. Chofu Church is a church entrusted to the Salesian Order by the Archdiocese of Tokyo, and we work together with all young people to help them maximize the talents they have been given by God and live happy lives. We are a youth pastoral church that supports the growth of each and every young person, taking Don Bosco's teaching of "loving young people and being with young people" to heart. Mass time Mass Time Anyone can attend either Mass. Please join us in praying. [Mass time announcement] Morning Mass on Wednesday, December 17th will be held at the Cathedral from 10:00. [Sunday Mass] Saturday: 19:00 Sunday: 7:30 9:00 10:30 [First Friday Mass] Every 1st Friday of the month: 10:30 [English Mass] English Mass Second Sunday: 14:00 [Mass for Everyone] International Mass 3rd Sunday: 10:30 　 *People from various countries attend Mass together, reading, praying, singing hymns and praising in their native language. [Mass in Vietnamese] Thánh Lễ tiếng Việt 4th Sunday: 14:00 The Sunday and weekday Mass hymns for August 2025 have been posted! Please click here to view them. Topics Topics A bond of hope formed with 4,000 pilgrims at the closing Mass of the Jubilee Year Jan 1 Information about Christmas and New Year's Masses Dec 10, 2025 A Moment of Quietness: An Invitation to Saturday Eucharistic Adoration Aug 9, 2025 Manthly Schedule Monthly Schedule If you would like to see the annual schedule, click here! → Schedule of The year For first-time visitors Anyone can enter the church. The chapel is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on days other than Sunday, so please feel free to come in and pray. The mass held there is an important ceremony held by the Catholic Church to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Anyone can participate. Please feel free to ask any of the guides wearing armbands for assistance. For first-time visitors We look forward to! If you are lost, tired, troubled, suffering, or searching for a way, please come knock on the door of Chofu Church. "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. " Matthew 11:28 “Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will dine with him, and he with me. "Revelation / Chapter 3, Verse 20 Chofu Church Page

Don Bosco of Japan Canonization of Venerable Father Cimatti Download the prayer card We invite you to visit the official Cimatti Museum website to explore more in-depth records and official resources about Fr. Cimatti. News & Reports February 8, 2026 A page for Father Cimatti's beatification campaign has been opened on the Chofu Church website. February 23, 2026 We have added a video library about Father Cimatti. Please experience his timeless message through the videos. 2026年5月2日 2026年6月より、 毎月第２土曜日10時より、チマッティ神父様の列福を求めるミサ が行われるます The path to beatification The path to beatification About Venerable Father Cimatti "Rather than being loved, it is better to love." Father Cimatti bore witness to the love of Christ with music and a smile in Chofu. Father Cimatti was recognized as a "Venerable" in 1991, and we now need his intercession to send "witnesses of grace" so that he can be canonized as a "Blessed." What is the beatification movement? The path to beatification: For Venerable Father Cimatti to be blessed, the miraculous graces he has achieved through his intercession must be officially recognized by the Vatican. Our mission: To praise the priest's virtues together with people from all over the world, join in prayer, and expand the "circle of veneration" for his beatification. The Don Bosco of Japan:Now on Screen Now available: Rare recordings of Father Cimatti’s later years, including moments of prayer and his gentle smile at his desk, plus an interview from Rome with the Director of the Cimatti Museum. Experience the enduring love and warmth in Father Cimatti's eyes. We invite you to watch and be inspired. Watch Video Get your prayer cards in your hands This is a prayer card for the beatification of Venerable Father Cimatti. Please take time to walk with him in your daily prayers. *Postcard size, double-sided printing is recommended. Download the prayer card Reports of blessings and collections of miracles The most important factor in the evaluation of beatification is the record of the "healing" and "help" received through the priest's intercession. Request for reports: Please send in any blessings you have experienced, such as "I got better from an illness" or "I received miraculous help in a difficult situation." Each of these will be valuable information for beatification. The report form is here Venerable Father Cimatti The path to beatification Always keep the priest's smile in your heart This special booklet brings together the life of Father I and the Church's journey towards beatification. It can be viewed at any time on your computer or smartphone, and can also be printed and saved. Download the PDF booklet *This is currently under construction, so please wait a little longer. Venerable Father Cimatti The path to beatification Music and Spirituality: Music Dedicated to the Gods "I hope my music will bring even a little peace to everyone's hearts." This was the wish of Father Cimatti, who left behind many masterpieces. We will share the rich spiritual world of this priest, who communicated with God through music and comforted people's souls. listen to music His voice, now vividly brought back to life. What if Father Cimatti were singing right here in front of you? To grant that wish, we have placed an extremely rare sound recording here. Listen to him sing Verdi's opera "Attila" alongside his close friend and ally, Father Margiaria. The passionate breath of the Father, who once lived beyond the horizon of history, now vividly resonates once again, right in your ears. Report of Grace Report of Grace Advice for filling out the form: There is no need to hesitate, wondering if something so small is enough. Small everyday blessings such as "I feel lighter in my heart" or "I received help that seems more than coincidence" are also important evidence that the priest is still with us. Please submit your message in your own words. Information on the download version of "Report of Grace" If you are unsure about entering information online or would like to take your time to organize and revise the information on your own computer, please download this Word file. You can also print it out and fill it out by hand. Name Name in Japanese Katakana Home Parish E-mail Country Code Phone Number Report content Subject When did this happen? What kind of intercession did you ask for? Details of the "Grace" received Do you have any supporting documents? (Multiple selection allowed) Medical certificate / Test results Diaries or letters from that time Photographs Testimony of a third party (family, friends, etc.) None Attact documents Upload files File （Max15MB） Confirmation of publication and posting Regarding the disclosure of content * Real name may be used May be disclosed if anonymous (initials, etc.) Do not disclose; use only as archive material Contact from the Church Office * May contact if further details are needed Please refrain from contacting me Submit Thank you! We will cherish the testimony you have shared. [Regulations for reporting blessings through intercession] Purpose: The purpose of this form is to collect testimonies of graces received through the intercession of Venerable Father Vincenzo Cimatti, and to use them as material for the beatification investigation. Information Management: The personal information you provide will be strictly managed by the Catholic Chofu Church and the Salesian Cimatti Museum and will not be used for any purpose other than promoting the beatification movement. Regarding disclosure: If we publish testimonials on our website or in booklets, we will always obtain the prior consent of the individual and will take privacy into consideration (such as anonymizing names). Provision of documents: During the review process, the secretariat may ask you to confirm details or provide documents (medical certificates, etc.). Information on the download version of "Report of Grace" If you are unsure about entering information online or would like to take your time to organize and revise the information on your own computer, please download this Word file. You can also print it out and fill it out by hand. 恵の報告ダウンロード Prayer card 祈りのカード Meet the "Don Bosco of Japan" on Screen Video "If only Father Cimatti could speak to me in person..." To fulfill this heartfelt wish, we have brought together rare archival footage and modern-day testimonies. Through these glimpses of his peaceful final years dedicated to mission, and a new interview from Rome, we invite you to connect with Father Cimatti’s spirit—a voice that continues to resonate across time. Archival Film: The Don Bosco of Japan This precious live-action footage captures Father Cimatti in his later years during the 1960s. It features intimate moments from his daily life—offering quiet prayers at the altar and turning to the camera with a gentle smile while at his desk. Through his gaze, filled with deep compassion, one can truly feel his profound and lifelong love for Japan. FMA Generalate Official Video: "CommTalkS 015" "CommTalkS 015" is a global documentary produced by the FMA Generalate in Rome. This official release follows the legacy of Father Cimatti, a man who loved Japan and devoted his life to music and education, featuring an insightful interview with Father Gaetano Marsiglio, Director of the Cimatti Museum. The Salesian Sisters have officially designated this footage as a "significant testimony" to be introduced to the world. the interview content from Italian to Japanese Music and Spirituality Father Cimatti's Music and Spirituality Father Cimatti's music will be added from time to time. 1 Ave Maria Words of joy from the believers! "I was able to encounter Father Cimatti's Ave Maria! I like it better than any of Schubert, Gounod or Caccini's Ave Marias." AveMaria 00:00 / 00:02 2 My kitten Of all Father Cimatti's music, this song is especially beloved by generations. The light-hearted melody, depicting the adorable antics of a kitten, is filled with Father Cimatti's kind heart, which cherishes all life. Please accept Father Cimatti's "gift of a smile," which will warm your heart every time you listen to it. うちの子ねこ 00:00 / 01:04 3 Father Don Bosco's House Don Bosco was the founder of the Salesian Society and a saint whom Father Cimatti regarded as his "father" throughout his life. Don Bosco's spirit, which said, "It is not enough to just love young people; you must love them so that they know they are loved," took root in Japan through Father Cimatti and still lives on in our hearts today. To Learn More About Father Cimatti’s Journey After encountering his spirit through these images and music, we invite you to visit the official museum website to delve even deeper into his life and legacy [ Official Website of the Cimatti Museum ]

News of the week This is a reprint of the "Notice" distributed during the mass. Event Information This is a guide to various events for church members to enjoy. Please come and join us! Volunteer Activities This is information about volunteer activities such as cleaning the church. Lectures and study sessions This is an announcement about various lectures and study sessions being held at Chofu Church. News of the week News of the week Lectures and study sessions Lectures and study sessions Hymns and Sheet Music for "Mass for All" 多言語曲楽譜 Lectures and study sessions Lectures and study sessions 02. Catholic introductory course Instructor: Sister Shimazaki Date and time: Every Wednesday 10:00-11:15 Location: Chofu Church, Joseph's Hall Target audience: People who are new to Christianity, People who want to deepen their faith and are considering baptism 02. Catholic introductory course Lecturer: Sister Shimazaki (member of the Notre Dame de Paris) Date and time: Every Monday 10:00-11:15 Location: Chofu Church, Joseph's Hall, Target: Baptism candidates and those who have been baptized Starts May 12, 2025 In addition, the monastery follows up on the newly baptized by reading the Gospel of Mark. For further details, please contact: Tel: 080-2213-7440 (Sr. Shimazaki) Event Information Event Information 第50回日本カトリック映画賞　授賞式・上映＆対談 Sun, Jul 05 暁星学園講堂 More info Details ’26 カトリック インド巡礼（10日間）　同行司祭：スダーカル神父（府中教会） Tue, Nov 10 インド各所 More info Details ミラグロス祭親睦会 / Convivencia del Señor de los Milagros (1) Sat, May 02 カトリック調布教会 More info Details DBVG35周年記念　ミニチャリティーコンサート Sun, Apr 26 カトリック調布教会（聖堂） More info Details The 2nd Chofu Church Pilgrimage (Limited to Chofu Church members) Sat, Dec 13 Chofu City More info Details The 2nd Chofu Church Pilgrimage (Limited to Chofu Church members) Sat, Nov 15 Chofu City More info Details The 2nd Chofu Church Pilgrimage (Limited to Chofu Church members) Sat, Jul 12 Chofu City More info Details The 2nd Chofu Church Pilgrimage (Limited to Chofu Church members) Sat, Jun 21 Chofu City More info Details The 2nd Chofu Church Pilgrimage (Limited to Chofu Church members) Sat, Apr 05 Chofu City More info Details The 2nd Chofu Church Pilgrimage (Limited to Chofu Church members) Sat, Mar 15 Chofu City More info Details The 2nd Chofu Church Pilgrimage (Limited to Chofu Church members) Sat, Feb 15 Chofu City More info Details Church Mini Concert Sun, Feb 09 Chofu City More info Details The 1st Chofu Church Pilgrimage (Limited to Chofu Church members) Sat, Jan 18 Chofu City More info Details Pilgrimage to the Virgin Mary of Fuji Sat, May 18 Our Lady of Fuji More info Details About volunteer activites About volunteer activities Year-end cleaning ■Church cleaning: Thanks to everyone, we were able to do the end-of-year cleaning of the church on Sunday, December 8th, Saturday, December 7th, and Saturday, December 14th. Thank you for your cooperation. others Adjusting...