Holy Cross Church, located in Kensington, is a Catholic religious institution. It also includes a school for children in pre-kindergarten to the eighth grade as well as a school of religion, sacramental preparation, bible study class, catholic group book club and adult choir group. For more information on offered services, call the telephone number or visit the website listed.
Immaculate Heart is a Catholic school serving 3-year-old children in pre-kindergarten through children in eighth grade and part of the parish of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, which is accessible next door. The school places an emphasis on spirituality and community service for all its students.
The Historic Chapel at St. Rose of Lima was built in 1883. A few years ago the parish built a much larger and more modern church. The masses are at 5 pm on Saturday and 7:15, 8:45, 11:15 and 1pm (en Espaol) on Sunday. Weekday services are at 8:45 am Monday through Friday.
St. Joseph's Catholic Church invites Catholics and those wanting to learn more about the Catholic faith to attend one of its many mass services and/or community events. Masses are celebrated Mondays, Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
The Church of the Immaculate Conception parish community invites members of their faith as well as new parishioners to welcome a deeper sense of belonging in a parish family. Located in the heart of Towson, the parish embraces its mission of worship, education, evangelization and service. Immaculate Conception assists volunteers in helping serve at Our Daily Bread, and it also gathers for the Advent Giving Tree project.
Celebrating their 45th anniversary in April 2011, St. Elizabeth Catholic Church has been serving the Rockville community for many years. The church has a large number of masses weekly, an active youth ministry, and adult and children's choirs.
As the only Catholic Church in Severn, St. Bernadette Parish is home to an extensive list of community-based ministries and services. Staffed by 10 individuals, the church's organization and structure enable it to achieve maximum impact when reaching out to the surrounding neighborhoods. Some specific ministries serve the homeless, Haiti relief, youth, marriage counseling and so much more. Education programs can also be found at the church to enhance its children's involvement. The worship space is equipped with a hearing assistance system.
Located at Larch and New Hampshire avenues, this church has a scenic sitting area with a small garden perfect for meditation. The sanctuary's center wall is adorned with emerald decor. Our Lady of Sorrows has over 1,000 members from many cultural backgrounds; three pastors, a deacon and two pastoral staff coordinate the Religious Education Center, and events such as the Annual African Day and Fundraiser. Mass is available in Spanish, Haitian and Ghanian. Visit the church website for more information on work/study opportunities.
Cathedral of Mary Our Queen is an enormous, ornate cathedral with soaring ceilings and stained glass windows. The church has programs for all ages, a school, a library and is very active in the surrounding community. If you are interested in joining the congregation, registration is available online, and meet-and-greets are held regularly at rotating church members' homes to encourage a sense of community and support.
As the only Catholic church in Colesville, St. John the Baptist serves as the community's focal point. St. John the Baptist seeks to develop a spirit of Christian community and ministerial outreach in the Catholic tradition. St. John the Baptist has several ministries, including youth and athletic, social justice concerns, and a Parish School, which has courses for students in kindergarten through eighth grade.
St. Elizabeth Seton Church, which first celebrated Mass in the summer of 1977, is approaching its 35th anniversary. In addition to weekend Mass, St. Elizabeth Seton offers a wide range of activities includig parish picnics, mom's morning out events, and scripture studies. The bronze bells adorning the main church entrance are from 1913 and formerly hung in Baltimore churches.
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel has served as the epicenter of Catholic worship in Middle River dating back to 1887, and is also home to an elementary and high school. The church officially became a parish in 1904 and a rectory was finished a year later. It is led by Msgr. Robert L. Hartnett, who has helped guide the parish toward tremendous growth in recent years.
St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church has celebrated mass in a gymnasium, a cinema, residences and a converted garage; it was the first church in the Washington Archdiocese permitted to have mass in a residence.
Since 1969, the church has been housed in a beautiful structure on Contee Road, where parishioners come to gather, worship and celebrate their faith. The senior pastor is the Rev. James S. Betz.
