Parishof the Sacred Heart of Jesusin Tashkent

About us

The Roman Catholic Cathedral in Tashkent is the main Catholic church of the Apostolic Administration of Uzbekistan.

The history of our church began with the arrival of a small Catholic community in Tashkent at the end of the 19th century. To meet the spiritual needs of local Catholics, in 1902 Father Justyn Bonaventura Pranaitis, a professor at the Saint Petersburg Imperial Theological Academy, was sent to the Turkestan region. In 1912, in the centre of Tashkent, on the banks of the Salar Canal, he began building the Catholic church.

Today the cathedral, consecrated in honour of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, is the centre of spiritual life for all Catholics in Uzbekistan.

The church is built in the Neo-Gothic style with characteristic architectural elements: stained-glass windows, ornate brickwork and a tall central spire topped with a cross.

Regular services are held according to the liturgical calendar. We invite everyone to visit our church and take part in Holy Mass.

Parish of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Tashkent

Mass Schedule

Weekly changes to the schedule are published in «Parish Announcements»
Tourist visits are not allowed during services

Weekday Masses

Monday: day off
Tuesday: 7:00 PM
Wednesday — Friday: 6:00 PM
Saturday (Sunday Mass): 6:00 PM

Sunday Masses (September — May)

In English: 10:00 AM
In Russian: 12:00 PM
In Korean: 4:00 PM

Sunday Masses (June — August)

In English: 9:00 AM
In Russian: 11:00 AM
In Korean: 4:00 PM

Tourist Visits

Tourist visits are not allowed during services

Monday: day off
Tuesday — Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Please note: from December 1, 2025 the church is open for tourist visits from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Year of Saint Francis · 800 years since his death

Francis of Assisi: a Life in Pictures

An exhibition of frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue in our church — and online. Prayers of St. Francis and the conditions for the plenary indulgence.

View the exhibition

Parish Announcements

1November 2026

Solemnity of All Saints

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Liturgical Calendar
- Today, Sunday, November 1 – Solemnity of All Saints. Birthday and anniversary blessings will be given during this Mass.
- Monday, November 2 – Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls' Day). Holy Mass for the faithful departed will be celebrated in Russian at 18:00 in the church.
- Wednesday, November 4 – Memorial of Saint Charles Borromeo, Bishop.
- Friday, November 6 – First Friday of the month, a day of special devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
- 17:00 – Eucharistic Adoration in the lower chapel of the church. Confessions will be available from 17:00 to 18:00.
- 19:00 – Holy Mass for Our Departed (in English) in the friary chapel. Confessions will also be available before Mass.
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Praying for the Dead
- Prayers at the Cemetery – Today: We will go to the Botkin Street cemetery to pray for our departed. The prayers will begin about 30 minutes after the end of Mass.
- Plenary Indulgence for the Departed: From November 1 to 8, a plenary indulgence, applicable only to the souls in purgatory, may be obtained by those who devoutly visit a cemetery and pray for the departed. On November 2, it may also be obtained by those who devoutly visit a church or chapel and recite the Lord's Prayer and the Creed. The usual conditions are sacramental Confession, Holy Communion, prayer for the intentions of the Holy Father, and complete detachment from all sin.
- November – Month of Prayer for the Holy Souls: Throughout November, we pray especially fervently for the departed. Cards are available at the church exit for you to write the names of your deceased loved ones. We will pray for them during the Rosary before Sunday Mass throughout November. Please write the names clearly and in block letters, and return the completed cards to the sacristy.
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Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)
- Sundays: Confessions begin 30 minutes before Holy Mass.
- First Fridays: 17:00–18:00 (during Eucharistic Adoration).
Confessions are also available by appointment at any time. Please contact the priest to schedule.
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Parish Reminders
- Parish Council and Ministries: The Parish Council invites parishioners to take up various ministries, including Lectors, Collection, Projector, Choir and other parish activities. If you are interested, please contact any Parish Council member or Fr. Michal.
- Mass Intentions: Mass intention envelopes are available at the entrances of the chapel and church. Please complete all required details, enclose your offering ($15 per intention), seal the envelope, and return it to Fr. Michal or the sacristy.
- Volunteers for Readings: Help us bring the Scriptures to life! We invite you to join our team of Sunday readers. To be included in the advance schedule, please contact Rey Del Prado (@MrReynldeas) or Patty James (@pattyjamesbkk).
- Bible Reading Guide: Daily readings are available on the USCCB website: https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
- Stay Updated: To receive the latest schedules and announcements on your phone, contact Patty James (@pattyjamesbkk) to join our parish Telegram group.

The Lord be with you!

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History of the Church

Father Justyn Bonaventura Pranaitis began the construction of the Catholic church to the design of the famous Polish architect Ludwik Pańczakiewicz. The first workers were Catholic soldiers stationed in Tashkent. Later, prisoners of war held near Tashkent became the builders. Among them were highly skilled engineers, sculptors and stonemasons.
1912
After nationalization, various organizations were housed in the unfinished church, including a dormitory of the Electrocable Factory and a warehouse for medical equipment. While the church was used for other purposes, nearly all the sculptures inside were destroyed or looted.
1925 – 1976
By decision of the authorities, the building was restored and handed over to the Ministry of Culture of the Uzbek SSR. In 1981, the church was granted the status of an architectural and historical monument of Uzbekistan.
1976
After the collapse of the Soviet Union, the government of the Republic of Uzbekistan transferred the church building to the Catholic parish of Tashkent for free use.
1992

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