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- Tori S1 contributionDocent was totally knowledgeable, gave us lots of great information about not only the architecture itself - wonderful Louis Sullivan architecture that shows a lot of empathy for the culture that would inhabit the church, but also about the style that this congregation worships in. A hidden treasure in Chicago in the wonderful neighborhood of Ukrainian Village.Written 9 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- THINGS2LIVE4Rocky River, OH2,681 contributionsWords can’t express how beautiful historic inner-city church’s are. This parish was established by Polish immigrants around the turn of the century. I went to a Latin mass Monday morning.Written 12 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- THINGS2LIVE4Rocky River, OH2,681 contributionsHistoric Irish Roman Catholic Church in downtown, Chicago. We need to preserve these awesome historic inner city/downtown churches. St. Patrick’s is an easy walk from the Sears/Willis Tower.Written 16 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- IrinaUnited States14,327 contributionsLocated it the Cathedral District of downtown Chicago (not far from N Michigan Ave), St. James Cathedral is a historic Episcopal Church, that was founded in 1834. It is the oldest church of the Anglican Communion in the Chicago area, and it belongs to the group of 125 churches -- the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago.
Rebuilt after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, the church later received the status of cathedral, formally in 1955.
Originally designed in Gothic Revival and Victorian architecture styles, St. James Cathedral is strikingly beautiful. The nave and sanctuary are very spacious, the architecture details -- arches, trusses, artwork, decorations of the walls -- are beautiful and exquisite, as well as the finely painted glass windows, that date back to the 19th century.
During my visit to the cathedral, I had a chance to see Spoken Eucharist (Noonday Eucharist) service, done on weekdays for the neighborhood community. I also talked to a custodian, who couldn't be friendlier, and gave me a printed brochure about St. James Cathedral, which is very informative and descriptive.
St. James Cathedral is also actively involved in hosting various cultural events -- concerts, special series, art exhibits.
My visit to St. James Cathedral was very enjoyable -- a visit to historic site, a place of worship, a center of cultural events. Thank You!Written 23 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Kittygal 🇺🇦 🌻Los Angeles, CA8,986 contributionsI stopped by for Saturday afternoon mass during a recent layover. The church is modern and beautiful, with clean lines and gorgeous artwork. It's run by the Franciscan order and serves a growing Loop population. Was very glad I happened by. Lovely organ music, too.Written 1 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kittygal 🇺🇦 🌻Los Angeles, CA8,986 contributionsAlthough I've been to Chicago dozens of times (my family is from old Harvey in the days it was filled with Polish, Irish and Italian newcomers), I never got to this beautiful church until this visit.
Being of solid Polish extraction, I attended Sunday mass in the language I'd heard so much of as a child.
This is a basilica, which means that the Holy Father has granted it special privilege due to its historical significance. The bright Vatican yellow and white adorned umbrella can be seen at a side altar. There is also a splendid collection of precious relics and golden monstrances on display.
Being the main church of the Polish American community Chicago is famous for means there are special touches, like a wonderful painting of the Saint Maximilian Kolbe, and an altar dedicated to His Holiness, St. John Paul II.
The artwork is phenomenal, especially on the ornate dome. But despite being a living museum of sorts, it's also the heart of the largest Polish community outside of Poland. Definitely worth a visit. And I'm glad I got the chance.Written 31 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Taylor BChicago, IL8,479 contributionsFrom open fields once used to pasture goats to one of the finest examples of Roman Renaissance architecture in the United States. So in 1899 St. Mary of the Angels parish was formed as one of five parishes on Chicago's Northwest Side organized by the Resurrectionist Fathers which grew out of St. Stanislaus Parish and the immigration of Polish families to the city's Bucktown neighborhood. A three-story brick building was constructed on the corner of Hermitage and Cortland. It included a church, living quarters for the priests, 12 classrooms, convent quarters, meeting rooms, a gymnasium and an auditorium. In 1911, work began on a new church building at the site. Delayed numerous times because of World War I and shortages of building material, St. Mary of the Angels' new parish was finally dedicated in 1920 with one of the largest congregations in the Archdiocese, more than 1,200 families. Designed by Henry W. Worthmann and John G. Steinbach, the structure bears a remarkable resemblance to St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. However, with the construction of the nearby Kennedy Expressway in 1960, many families left the parish. By 1988, the church building was closed and slated for demolition. The church was saved by Cardinal Bernardin, then Archbishop of Chicago, who called for a restoration in 1991 with major repairs of the dome, the roofs and the stained glass windows. Repairs continued in 1997 with the church interior with the installation of new lighting, new doors and a new sound system. The 26 roof angels were fully rebuilt and the church celebrated its 100th anniversary in 1999 with a significant growth in the number of families registered at St. Mary of the Angels.Written 18 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Susan KDayton, OH230 contributionsThis is a huge beautiful Catholic Church where we attended a beautiful mass. Many dressed in authentic homeland costumes wonderful celebration in a stunningly ornate church All liturgy and songs in Polish. After mass was a welcoming group cooking authentic polish foods and sharing all with us. Thank you and many blessings 🙏Written 18 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mike and Caroly... SKitchener, Canada13 contributionsGorgeous stained glass windows in an amazing building. The church, which can seat 1200, now only gets 150 or so on Sunday mornings, but the history of the place is breathtakingWritten 16 April 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- christopherbO9687MPActon, MA745 contributionsSt. Stanislaus Kostka is a beautiful classical Roman Catholic Church interior with a massive alter. The icons and liturgical decorations are very Eastern European in style; understandable since this church still has Sunday services in Polish. A good place to visit; particularly if your family is holding a wedding service in this Chuch.Written 28 September 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Allen21096Chicago, IL26,843 contributionsSt. Joseph the Betrothed Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church was established 1 August 1956, when a group of Ukrainians and Greeks were inspired to form the parish. It is an Eastern or Byzantine rite Catholic Church - one of the 22 Eastern Catholic Churches. The first liturgy in this new church building was performed on 1 November 1976. There are a number of architectural influences in the church building which include the ancient Hebrew temple in Jerusalem and old-testament synagogues to forums and meeting places of the Greeks and Romans. There is a small but beautiful grotto & mosaic that depicts the Mother of God at Hoshiw. Especially, if you are Catholic, this is a great Church to come for the various liturgies.Written 5 August 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EliasChicago, IL819 contributionsI haven't seen a lot of churches in Chicago, bit for sure this one is beautiful. The exterior is very impressive and good to look at. The interior is beautiful as well.Written 25 April 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Diane KVenice, FL4,582 contributionsI went with friends on the Chicago Architecture Center Church Bus Tour and this is one of the churches we visited. It was quite beautiful and stunning. It was completed in 1892 and has a Romanesque exterior and a Byzantine interior. It has a large beautiful dome.Written 17 September 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Allen21096Chicago, IL26,843 contributionsOn 6 May 2017, the parish of St. Constance celebrated 100 years of scholastic achievement. After the parish was formed in 1916, the next thing that the parish needed was a school. In 1917, the school was established and the School Sisters of Notre Dame began teaching the first 72 parish children. Over the years it has provided for pre-school and kindergarten, a girl's high school (the former Cardinal Stritch High School, on the 2nd flr. of the old church building), a Saturday Polish language school and a full elementary school with grades 1 - 8. In 1959, the current elementary school was built and opened on the site of the old parish grotto. It was a huge improvement over the old school which was on the 3rd floor of the church building. The current principal, Eva M. Panczyk, has been at St. Constance School for many years, first as a teacher and later as its principal. St. Constance School is accredited by both the State of Illinois and the Archdiocese of Chicago and has been recognized for Academic Excellence for six consecutive years. The classrooms are outfitted with the latest technology to assist in the teaching. There are enrichment programs that consist of Homework Help Class, Lego Engineering Club, Martial Arts, Crochet Club, Bell Choir, Home Economics, Piano/Keyboard or Guitar Class and the Young Rembrandts. St. Constance parish & school was named after St. Constance who lived from 325 A.D. to 354 A.D. She was born the daughter of the Emperor, Constantine the Great and converted to Christianity after being cured of leprosy.Written 7 May 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- patshea2016Norridge, IL228 contributionsMy friend and I have attended Mass here several times, as well as Christmas concerts. Each time I visit, I am moved by the beauty of this beautiful old Chicago church! Its beauty is magnificent! It opened in 1860. It survived Chicago ‘s Fire of 1871. I believe it has the oldest stained glass windows in Chicago. While I have visited many beautiful churches in Italy, France, Spain and Israel as well as many in the United States, I continue to look forward to visits to this old Chicago church. It is the second oldest Catholic Church in Chicago. It has joined Notre Dame de Chicago to form a new Chicago parish. Looking forward to visiting next month for a Christmas concert.Written 21 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
