Contact & Location for Holy Ghost Church
Service Times for Holy Ghost Church
Sunday 9:00 AM
Divine Liturgy
Saturday 5:00 PM
Divine Liturgy
Programs & Ministries at Holy Ghost Church
About Holy Ghost Church
Holy Ghost Ukrainian Catholic Church is a vibrant Eastern Catholic parish located in Akron, Ohio, serving the Ukrainian Catholic community since 1915. The church was established by Ukrainian immigrants who arrived in the early 1900s and built a strong faith community that continues today. The current church building, completed in 1961, features a striking carved wood and gold-plated iconostasis with icons depicting Christ, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and various saints. The parish emphasizes liturgy as the heartbeat of community life and welcomes people of all ethnic backgrounds and social conditions. Known for preserving beautiful Ukrainian traditions, the parish celebrates faith through congregational singing, festive dinners featuring traditional dishes, and regular fellowship gatherings. Holy Ghost Ukrainian Catholic Church invites all to experience their vibrant liturgical tradition and warm, welcoming community.
First-Time Visitor Info for Holy Ghost Church
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: The Divine Liturgy is approximately seventy-five percent congregational singing in a cappella harmony, with the same familiar prayers and hymns repeating weekly, creating a continuous liturgical experience. Visitor Tips: All properly prepared Catholics are welcome to receive Holy Communion; visitors unfamiliar with Byzantine Catholic traditions should not worry about performing rituals perfectly, as the community is accustomed to welcoming those new to the Eastern tradition.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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