Contact & Location for St. Gerard Catholic Church
Programs & Ministries at St. Gerard Catholic Church
About St. Gerard Catholic Church
St. Gerard Catholic Church is a Catholic parish in Roanoke founded in 1946 by the Redemptorist Fathers as an outreach in the African-American community. It is described as a personal parish for African-American Catholics and has also expanded into Hispanic ministry, with special concern for people arriving from Central and East Africa. The parish serves English, Spanish, Kirundi, and Swahili speakers. Its mission includes prayer, education in the faith, outreach to those in need, and building community spirit. Programs include children’s ministry and a youth group.
First-Time Visitor Info for St. Gerard Catholic Church
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: St. Gerard worships in the Catholic tradition with a traditional style. The parish serves a multilingual community, including English, Spanish, Kirundi, and Swahili speakers. Visitor Tips: Families can ask about children’s ministry and youth group opportunities. Visitors from African-American, Hispanic, Central African, and East African communities will find those communities reflected in the parish’s mission and outreach.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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