About Our Lady of Africa Parish
Our Lady of Africa Parish is a Catholic church in Chicago, Illinois located at 607 E Oakwood Blvd, Chicago, IL 60653, United States. As of April 2026, Our Lady of Africa Parish holds a 4.6-star rating across 71 Google reviews. The Our Lady of Africa Parish parish office answers at +1 773-624-5375.
When does Our Lady of Africa Parish hold services?
Our Lady of Africa Parish publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 9 am–3:30 pm, Thursday 9 am–3:30 pm, Friday 9 am–3:30 pm, Saturday 9 am–4 pm, Sunday 7 am–7:30 pm, Monday 9 am–3:30 pm, Tuesday 9 am–3:30 pm. All times are local to Chicago, IL.
- Wednesday
- 9 am–3:30 pm
- Thursday
- 9 am–3:30 pm
- Friday
- 9 am–3:30 pm
- Saturday
- 9 am–4 pm
- Sunday
- 7 am–7:30 pm
- Monday
- 9 am–3:30 pm
- Tuesday
- 9 am–3:30 pm
Where is Our Lady of Africa Parish located?
Our Lady of Africa Parish is located at 607 E Oakwood Blvd, Chicago, IL 60653, United States. The building sits at coordinates 41.82261, -87.61162, placing it in Chicago, IL 60653.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
- Private parking 105 ft
- Customers parking 531 ft
- Public parking 692 ft
- Private parking 715 ft
- Public parking 732 ft
- Pershing & Vincennes · CTA 551 ft
- Pershing & Vincennes · CTA 558 ft
- Pershing & Vincennes · CTA 591 ft
- Pershing & Vincennes · CTA 600 ft
- Pershing & Langley · CTA 712 ft
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.
The neighborhood around Our Lady of Africa Parish
The ZIP code 60653 area around Our Lady of Africa Parish is home to 34,364 residents with a median household income of $35,136 and a median age of 36.5 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.
What to expect at a service at Our Lady of Africa Parish
Roman Catholic parishes follow a structured liturgy called the Mass, celebrated worldwide in the same order.
- Mass lasts about an hour and includes Scripture readings, a homily, hymns, and Holy Communion.
- Visitors are welcome. Only baptized Catholics in good standing receive Communion; others come forward with arms crossed for a blessing.
- Dress is modest but not formal — business casual is typical for Sunday Mass.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Your Sunday at Our Lady of Africa Parish
Our Lady of Africa Parish by the numbers
Questions and answers about Our Lady of Africa Parish
- What denomination is Our Lady of Africa Parish?
- This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
- What are the service times at Our Lady of Africa Parish?
- Published hours: Wednesday 9 am–3:30 pm, Thursday 9 am–3:30 pm, Friday 9 am–3:30 pm, Saturday 9 am–4 pm, Sunday 7 am–7:30 pm, Monday 9 am–3:30 pm, Tuesday 9 am–3:30 pm
- What is the phone number for Our Lady of Africa Parish?
- You can reach the parish at +1 773-624-5375.
- Where is Our Lady of Africa Parish located?
- The parish is located at 607 E Oakwood Blvd, Chicago, IL 60653, United States.
- How do visitors rate Our Lady of Africa Parish?
- 4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 71 Google reviews.
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