About St. Rose of Lima
St. Rose of Lima is a Catholic church located at 11701 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878. You can reach St. Rose of Lima at +13019487545.
Patron saint of St. Rose of Lima
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St. Rose of Lima
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church (Gaithersburg, Maryland)
Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Gaithersburg is a parish of the Roman Catholic Church in Maryland in the United States. It falls under the jurisdiction of the Archdiocese of Washington and its archbishop. It is named after Saint Rose of Lima of Peru. Mass is held in both English and Spanish.
Where is St. Rose of Lima located?
St. Rose of Lima is located at 11701 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878. The building sits at coordinates 39.14987, -77.24178, placing it in Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
The neighborhood around St. Rose of Lima
The ZIP code 20878 area around St. Rose of Lima is home to 65,954 residents with a median household income of $141,902 and a median age of 40.3 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. Rose of Lima
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. Rose of Lima
- What denomination is St. Rose of Lima?
- This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
- Where is St. Rose of Lima located?
- St. Rose of Lima is located at 11701 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878.
- Who is the patron saint of St. Rose of Lima?
- Saint Rose of Lima (Rose of Lima). Feast day: Aug 23.
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