About St Benedict the African Church
St Benedict the African Church is a Catholic parish located at 1818 W 71st St, Chicago, IL 60636. As of April 2026, St Benedict the African Church holds a 4.5-star rating across 2 Google reviews. The St Benedict the African Church parish office answers at (773) 925-2535.
Patron saint of St Benedict the African Church
Benedict of Nursia
Feast day: Jul 11
Other parishes named after Saint Benedict the African
1 other churches named in honor of Saint Benedict the African are indexed in Churches List. The most-reviewed of those appear below.
Where is St Benedict the African Church located?
St Benedict the African Church is located at 1818 W 71st St, Chicago, IL 60636. The building sits at coordinates 41.76514, -87.66954, placing it in Chicago, IL 60636.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
The neighborhood around St Benedict the African Church
The ZIP code 60636 area around St Benedict the African Church is home to 29,833 residents with a median household income of $30,451 and a median age of 37.4 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 St Benedict the African 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 parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
St Benedict the African Church by the numbers
Questions and answers about St Benedict the African Church
- What denomination is St Benedict the African Church?
- This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
- What is the phone number for St Benedict the African Church?
- You can reach the parish at (773) 925-2535.
- Where is St Benedict the African Church located?
- The parish is located at 1818 W 71st St, Chicago, IL 60636.
- Who is the patron saint of St Benedict the African Church?
- Saint Benedict the African (Benedict of Nursia). Feast day: Jul 11.
- How do visitors rate St Benedict the African Church?
- 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 2 Google reviews.
- Is St Benedict the African Church the official parish listing?
- This listing is compiled from public Google Business data and has not yet been claimed by the parish. If you represent St Benedict the African Church, you can claim the listing to edit hours, photos, and announcements.
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