About Mater Dolorosa
Mater Dolorosa is a Catholic church located at 8128 Plum Street, New Orleans, LA, 70118. You can reach Mater Dolorosa at +15048663669.
Where is Mater Dolorosa located?
Mater Dolorosa is located at 8128 Plum Street, New Orleans, LA, 70118. The building sits at coordinates 29.94825, -90.12956, placing it in New Orleans, LA 70118.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
The neighborhood around Mater Dolorosa
The ZIP code 70118 area around Mater Dolorosa is home to 36,800 residents with a median household income of $60,636 and a median age of 32.3 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 Mater Dolorosa
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 Mater Dolorosa
- What denomination is Mater Dolorosa?
- This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
- Where is Mater Dolorosa located?
- Mater Dolorosa is located at 8128 Plum Street, New Orleans, LA, 70118.
Photographs of Mater Dolorosa
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