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Catholic · VA

Mary Mother of the Church

12617 RIVER ROAD, Richmond, VA 23233

About Mary Mother of the Church

Mary Mother of the Church is a Catholic church located at 12617 RIVER ROAD, Richmond, VA, 23233. You can reach Mary Mother of the Church at +18047843508.

Mary Mother of the Church is one of 444 churches we list in Richmond, among 10,236 across Virginia. It falls within Henrico County and the Richmond, VA metro area. It is counted among 23 Catholic churches in Richmond, part of 318 in the Catholic tradition across Virginia.

Where is Mary Mother of the Church located?

Mary Mother of the Church is located at 12617 RIVER ROAD, Richmond, VA, 23233. The building sits at coordinates 37.64381, -77.62940, placing it in Richmond, VA 23233.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

The neighborhood around Mary Mother of the Church

The ZIP code 23233 area around Mary Mother of the Church is home to 31,164 residents with a median household income of $116,469 and a median age of 39.6 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

31,164 Residents in ZIP 23233
39.6 Median age
$116,469 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at Mary Mother of the Church

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 churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Questions and answers about Mary Mother of the Church

What denomination is Mary Mother of the Church?
This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
Where is Mary Mother of the Church located?
Mary Mother of the Church is located at 12617 RIVER ROAD, Richmond, VA, 23233.

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