Catholic church · OH · Verified Apr 2026

St. Leo Oratory

221 HANFORD STREET, Columbus, OH 43206
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4.8 · 93 Google reviews

About St. Leo Oratory


St. Leo Oratory is a Catholic church in Columbus, Ohio located at 221 Hanford St, Columbus, OH 43206. As of April 2026, St. Leo Oratory holds a 4.8-star rating across 93 Google reviews. The building at St. Leo Oratory seats 812. You can reach St. Leo Oratory at (614) 443-7685.

Bishop Robert Brennan established St. Leo Oratory and Priory on October 1, 2020 and entrusted it to the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest. Sunday Mass times are at 8am and 10:30am. Confessions are 30 minutes before all Masses. Please see our parish bulletins on our website or contact us by email if you have any questions."

Patron saint of St. Leo Oratory


Other churches named after Saint Leo


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Sacraments and rites at St. Leo Oratory


St. Leo Oratory publishes the following sacraments and devotions in its public materials: Confession (Reconciliation).

  • Confession (Reconciliation)

When does St. Leo Oratory hold services?


St. Leo Oratory publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 6:45–8:15 AM, Thursday 6–8:15 PM, Friday 11 AM–1 PM, Saturday 8–10 AM, Sunday 7 AM–12:30 PM, Monday 6:45–8:15 AM, Tuesday 6–8:15 PM. All times are local to Columbus, OH.

Wednesday
6:45–8:15 AM
Thursday
6–8:15 PM
Friday
11 AM–1 PM
Saturday
8–10 AM
Sunday
7 AM–12:30 PM
Monday
6:45–8:15 AM
Tuesday
6–8:15 PM

Where is St. Leo Oratory located?


St. Leo Oratory is located at 221 Hanford St, Columbus, OH 43206. The building sits at coordinates 39.93624, -82.98909, placing it in Columbus, OH 43206.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Parking within ¼ mile
Coffee & a bite afterward

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, May 18, 2026.

The neighborhood around St. Leo Oratory


The ZIP code 43206 area around St. Leo Oratory is home to 22,667 residents with a median household income of $68,853 and a median age of 34.0 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

22,667 Residents in ZIP 43206
34.0 Median age
$68,853 Median household income

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

What to expect at a service at St. Leo Oratory


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.

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.

Your Sunday at St. Leo Oratory


Service window 7 AM–12:30 PM
Coffee after The Red Brick Tap & Grill · 564 ft

St. Leo Oratory by the numbers


812 Seats in the main sanctuary
93 Google reviews to date
William P. Guinther Architect

Questions and answers about St. Leo Oratory


What denomination is St. Leo Oratory?
This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
What are the service times at St. Leo Oratory?
Published hours: Wednesday 6:45–8:15 AM, Thursday 6–8:15 PM, Friday 11 AM–1 PM, Saturday 8–10 AM, Sunday 7 AM–12:30 PM, Monday 6:45–8:15 AM, Tuesday 6–8:15 PM
What is the phone number for St. Leo Oratory?
You can reach St. Leo Oratory at (614) 443-7685.
Where is St. Leo Oratory located?
St. Leo Oratory is located at 221 Hanford St, Columbus, OH 43206.
How do visitors rate St. Leo Oratory?
4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 93 Google reviews.
How large is St. Leo Oratory?
The building seats 812.
What is the architecture of St. Leo Oratory?
St. Leo Oratory is designed by William P. Guinther.

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