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Catholic church · IL · est. 1918 · Verified -6.7493999830324 days ago

St Benedict Parish

2215 WEST IRVING PARK, Chicago, IL 60618
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4.6 · 90 Google reviews

About St Benedict Parish


St Benedict Parish is a Catholic church in Chicago, Illinois located at 2215 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618. St Benedict Parish was founded in 1918. As of April 2026, St Benedict Parish holds a 4.6-star rating across 90 Google reviews. The St Benedict Parish parish office answers at (773) 588-6484.

Our Catholic parish community is a vibrant and active place, continuing the mission of Christ in all that we do. We are a warm and welcoming community which prides itself on embracing all that enter our doors. Whether you are searching, visiting, or have chosen to become part of our parish, we hope that you find a spiritual home here at St. Ben’s."

Patron saint of St Benedict Parish


Saint Benedict

Benedict of Nursia

Feast day: Jul 11

Read about Saint Benedict on Wikipedia →

Other parishes named after Saint Benedict


5 other churches named in honor of Saint Benedict are indexed in Churches List. The most-reviewed of those appear below.

When does St Benedict Parish hold services?


St Benedict Parish publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 9 AM–5 PM, Thursday 9 AM–5 PM, Friday 9 AM–5 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed, Monday 9 AM–5 PM, Tuesday 9 AM–5 PM. All times are local to Chicago, IL.

Wednesday
9 AM–5 PM
Thursday
9 AM–5 PM
Friday
9 AM–5 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Monday
9 AM–5 PM
Tuesday
9 AM–5 PM

Where is St Benedict Parish located?


St Benedict Parish is located at 2215 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618. The building sits at coordinates 41.95381, -87.68432, placing it in Chicago, IL 60618.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.

The neighborhood around St Benedict Parish


The ZIP code 60618 area around St Benedict Parish is home to 92,235 residents with a median household income of $100,976 and a median age of 35.4 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

92,235 Residents in ZIP 60618
35.4 Median age
$100,976 Median household income

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

What to expect at a service at St Benedict 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.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Wednesday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

Churches founded the same year as St Benedict Parish


2 other churches with a documented founding year of 1918 are indexed in Churches List.

Your Sunday at St Benedict Parish


Service window Closed
Nearest transit Irving Park & Leavitt · 164 ft
Coffee after Alfarsi · 223 ft

St Benedict Parish by the numbers


108 Years of continuous worship since 1918
90 Google reviews to date
Henry Schlacks Architect (Wikidata)

Questions and answers about St Benedict Parish


What denomination is St Benedict Parish?
This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
What are the service times at St Benedict Parish?
Published hours: Wednesday 9 AM–5 PM, Thursday 9 AM–5 PM, Friday 9 AM–5 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed, Monday 9 AM–5 PM, Tuesday 9 AM–5 PM
What is the phone number for St Benedict Parish?
You can reach the parish at (773) 588-6484.
Where is St Benedict Parish located?
The parish is located at 2215 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618.
When was St Benedict Parish founded?
Founded in 1918.
Who is the patron saint of St Benedict Parish?
Saint Benedict (Benedict of Nursia). Feast day: Jul 11.
How do visitors rate St Benedict Parish?
4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 90 Google reviews.
What is the architecture of St Benedict Parish?
St Benedict Parish is designed by Henry Schlacks.

Photographs of St Benedict Parish


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Visitor notes about St Benedict Parish


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Est. 1918 One of 1,563 Catholic parishes in IL  ·  See the register →
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