About St. Bernard Catholic Church
St. Bernard Catholic Church is a Catholic Church in Akron, Ohio located at 44 University Ave, Akron, OH 44308. St. Bernard Catholic Church was founded in 1905. As of April 2026, St. Bernard Catholic Church holds a 4.8-star rating across 199 Google reviews. The St. Bernard Catholic Church parish office answers at (330) 253-5161.
Founded by in 1861 by German immigrants and only in our second building since then, St. Bernard is featured on the posters and postcards of many depictions of downtown Akron everywhere! We are grateful for the opportunity to be a community of faith in the heart of downtown Akron. We host the University of Akron "RooCatholic" Newman Center college campus ministry, a ministry for those who speak Spanish, and a hunger program that distributes 10,000-12,000 meals each year! We often host weddings and concerts. We look forward to welcoming you to see the remarkable interior of our church, indicative of the faith and devotion of its parish community and designed by St. Bernard's own William Gunther!"
Patron saint of St. Bernard Catholic Church
Other parishes named after Saint Bernard
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St. Bernard
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St. Bernard
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Saint Bernard Catholic Church Rectory
Sacraments and rites at St. Bernard Catholic Church
St. Bernard Catholic Church publishes the following sacraments and devotions in its public materials: Matrimony (Weddings).
- Matrimony (Weddings)
St. Bernard's Church (Akron, Ohio)
St. Bernard's Church is a historic stone masonry church at 44 University Avenue in Akron, Ohio.
St. Bernard Catholic Church through the years
- 1905 Founded
- March 9, 1989 Added to the National Register
When does St. Bernard Catholic Church hold services?
St. Bernard Catholic Church publishes the following weekly hours: Thursday 9 AM–4 PM, Friday 9 AM–1 PM, Saturday Open 24 hours, Sunday Open 24 hours, Monday 9 AM–4 PM, Tuesday 9 AM–4 PM, Wednesday 9 AM–4 PM. All times are local to Akron, OH.
- Thursday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Friday
- 9 AM–1 PM
- Saturday
- Open 24 hours
- Sunday
- Open 24 hours
- Monday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Tuesday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Wednesday
- 9 AM–4 PM
Where is St. Bernard Catholic Church located?
St. Bernard Catholic Church is located at 44 University Ave, Akron, OH 44308. The building sits at coordinates 41.07823, -81.51850, placing it in Akron, OH 44308-1609.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
- Public parking 30 ft
- Public parking 164 ft
- Private parking 456 ft
- Public parking 459 ft
- West Campus Parking Deck 469 ft
- Starbucks · coffee_shop 305 ft
- United States Pierogi Service 564 ft
- The Lockview 574 ft
- Mature Lounge & Eatery 659 ft
- The Breakfast Express by Mealionaire 705 ft
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.
The neighborhood around St. Bernard Catholic Church
The ZIP code 44308 area around St. Bernard Catholic Church is home to 1,449 residents with a median household income of $15,875 and a median age of 22.4 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. Bernard Catholic 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. Bernard Catholic Church on the National Register of Historic Places
St. Bernard Catholic Church is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 89000174, added to the Register on March 9, 1989.
Read the official NPS nomination for St. Bernard Catholic Church →
Churches sharing the architectural tradition of St. Bernard Catholic Church
5 other US churches in the Romanesque Revival architecture tradition are indexed in Churches List.
- Sacred Heart Church Tampa, FL · est. 1905
- Sacred Heart Tampa, FL · est. 1905
- St John Neumann Shrine Philadelphia, PA · est. 1847
- Saint Joseph Catholic Church Tampa, FL · est. 1905
- Saint John Catholic Church St. Petersburg, FL · est. 1905
Churches founded the same year as St. Bernard Catholic Church
5 other churches with a documented founding year of 1905 are indexed in Churches List.
- Sacred Heart Tampa, FL
- Sacred Heart Church Tampa, FL
- Saint Joseph Catholic Church Tampa, FL
- Saint John Catholic Church St. Petersburg, FL
- Holy Family Catholic Church St. Petersburg, FL
Your Sunday at St. Bernard Catholic Church
St. Bernard Catholic Church by the numbers
Questions and answers about St. Bernard Catholic Church
- What denomination is St. Bernard Catholic Church?
- This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
- What are the service times at St. Bernard Catholic Church?
- Published hours: Thursday 9 AM–4 PM, Friday 9 AM–1 PM, Saturday Open 24 hours, Sunday Open 24 hours, Monday 9 AM–4 PM, Tuesday 9 AM–4 PM, Wednesday 9 AM–4 PM
- What is the phone number for St. Bernard Catholic Church?
- You can reach the parish at (330) 253-5161.
- Where is St. Bernard Catholic Church located?
- The parish is located at 44 University Ave, Akron, OH 44308.
- When was St. Bernard Catholic Church founded?
- Founded in 1905.
- Is St. Bernard Catholic Church on the National Register of Historic Places?
- Yes — NRHP reference 89000174, added March 9, 1989.
- Who is the patron saint of St. Bernard Catholic Church?
- Saint Bernard (Bernard of Clairvaux). Feast day: Aug 20.
- How do visitors rate St. Bernard Catholic Church?
- 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 199 Google reviews.
- What is the architecture of St. Bernard Catholic Church?
- St. Bernard Catholic Church is a Romanesque architecture building, designed by William P. Guinther.
Photographs of St. Bernard Catholic Church
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