Catholic · MO

St. Leo the Great

Rt. 6 Box 6700, Ava, MO 65608

About St. Leo the Great

St. Leo the Great is a Catholic church located at Rt. 6 Box 6700, Ava, MO, 65608. You can reach St. Leo the Great at +14176835249.

St. Leo the Great is one of 28 churches we list in Ava, among 8,687 across Missouri. It falls within Douglas County. It is counted among 5 Catholic churches in Ava, part of 616 in the Catholic tradition across Missouri.

Patron saint of St. Leo the Great

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Where is St. Leo the Great located?

St. Leo the Great is located at Rt. 6 Box 6700, Ava, MO, 65608. The building sits at coordinates 36.90212, -92.66729, placing it in Ava, MO 65608.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Address
Rt. 6 Box 6700, Ava, MO, 65608
Coordinates
36.902123, -92.667292
Latitude
36.902123
Longitude
-92.667292
Directions
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What to expect at a service at St. Leo the Great

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 St. Leo the Great

What denomination is St. Leo the Great?
This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
Where is St. Leo the Great located?
St. Leo the Great is located at Rt. 6 Box 6700, Ava, MO, 65608.

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