About St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church
St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church is a Catholic church in Chicago, Illinois located at 6955 N Hiawatha Ave, Chicago, IL 60646. As of April 2026, St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church holds a 4.8-star rating across 51 Google reviews. The St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church parish office answers at (773) 763-0206.
We are a community of believers on the far Northwest side of Chicago, proclaiming that Jesus is Lord. We come together as Catholics to celebrate the Sacraments, especially the Eucharist, to hear and be transformed by the Word of God, to bring Christian values and love into our world, and to live and share the teachings of Jesus."
Patron saint of St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church
Mary (the Virgin Mary)
Feast day: Aug 15 (Assumption)
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St. Mary
St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church
St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church is a parish in the Archdiocese of Chicago located at 6955 N. Hiawatha Avenue in the North Edgebrook or Wildwood neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois known for its extremely kind, close-knit, and Inbred community. Established in 1952 when a group of Catholic women in the neighborhood began a door-to-door petitioning for a new parish in the aftermath of their children missing many school days at the far distance Queen of All Saints Basilica due to the inability of school buses to get through the snow. The petitions were submitted to Cardinal Samuel Stritch in March 1952, and by Ju...
When does St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church hold services?
St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 9 AM–4 PM, Thursday 9 AM–4 PM, Friday 9 AM–4 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed, Monday 9 AM–4 PM, Tuesday 9 AM–4 PM. All times are local to Chicago, IL.
- Wednesday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Thursday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Friday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
- Monday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Tuesday
- 9 AM–4 PM
Ministries and programs at St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church
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Where is St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church located?
St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church is located at 6955 N Hiawatha Ave, Chicago, IL 60646. The building sits at coordinates 42.00805, -87.77816, placing it in Chicago, IL 60646.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
- Public parking 79 ft
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- Public parking 295 ft
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.
The neighborhood around St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church
The ZIP code 60646 area around St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church is home to 28,770 residents with a median household income of $112,283 and a median age of 41.3 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 Mary of the Woods 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.
Your Sunday at St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church
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Questions and answers about St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church
- What denomination is St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church?
- This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
- What are the service times at St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church?
- Published hours: Wednesday 9 AM–4 PM, Thursday 9 AM–4 PM, Friday 9 AM–4 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed, Monday 9 AM–4 PM, Tuesday 9 AM–4 PM
- What is the phone number for St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church?
- You can reach the parish at (773) 763-0206.
- Where is St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church located?
- The parish is located at 6955 N Hiawatha Ave, Chicago, IL 60646.
- Who is the patron saint of St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church?
- Saint Mary (Mary (the Virgin Mary)). Feast day: Aug 15 (Assumption).
- How do visitors rate St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church?
- 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 51 Google reviews.
Photographs of St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church
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