"Exceptionally Reverent & Beautiful"

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Church Classification: 

Traditional

(Why Classifications?)

When Built: 

Before 1900

'Tridentine' Masses:

Daily? Yes

Weekly? Yes

Note: The term "Tridentine Mass" refers to the old Mass said in Latin (not the new Mass said in Latin). More info.

Dominant Proportions: 

Address:

600 North Liberty Street

Independence, Missouri

USA

County: Jackson

Pastor's Name: 

Fr. Matthew Bartulica

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Is Silence Encouraged Inside the Church? Yes

Emphasis: 

Vertical

One or More of the Following? No

  * Altar girls (female servers)

  * Communion in the hand is common

  * Sign of Peace during Mass (e.g. handshake)

  * Hand-holding during 'Our Father' is common

  * Standing during Consecration

  * Standing after Communion is common

  * Frequent use of Extraordinary Ministers (so-called "Eucharistic Ministers")

Note: All items above are a break with long-standing traditions and some have been condemned by various popes/saints. Try the  Latin Mass & Catholic Tradition section for additional information.

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Raised Altar?

Yes

Altar Rail? 

Yes

Location of Tabernacle: 

Front Of Church

Tabernacle Clearly Visible From Back of Church? 

Yes

Tabernacle Type:

Fancy / Ornate

Type of Seating:

Pews (with kneelers)

Traditional Confessionals: 

2

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Stations of the Cross?

Yes

Pipe Organ Inside the Church?

No

No. of Holy Images Inside Church (approx.): 8

Note: Excludes stained glass windows & Stations of the Cross.

No. of Saint Statues Inside Church (approx.): 10

Note: Excludes statues of Our Lady.

Interior Decoration: 

Ornate

Traditional Artwork: 

Most

External Appearance: 

Simple / Plain

Internal Appearance: 

Fancy / Elegant

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Why is This a Favorite Church of the Submitter? "Mass is very beautiful and the pastor is very reverential when he says both the Latin Mass"

Submitter's Reported Relation to This Church: Parishioner

Year Submitter Last Visited This Church (may be approximate): 2019

Submitter's Reported Catholic Affiliation: Roman Catholic (Traditional)

Does Submitter Certify That This Church is a Roman Catholic Church in Full Communion With the Holy See and That All Information Provided is Accurate & True? YES

Important Notice: Inclusion of information/church/Submitter, etc. herein does not imply our endorsement. Above information may be provided by various source(s). We cannot guarantee accuracy of any information. You should assume that no information contained herein has been verified. Information herein is not comprehensive and may be relative and/or subjective. All items are subject to change at any time without notice (note that churches may change at any time, especially if there is a change of bishop or priest). We do not endorse any church (even if it appears here). We are not affiliated with churches listed herein and cannot endorse/recommend them. Religious affiliation of churches may not be verified. Users are advised to research churches independently before visiting/attending any services/contacting them, etc. Unfortunately, some churches may be Catholic in name only as even members of the clergy may not always expound the True Faith. Users are cautioned that certain churches might actually be harmful to the faithful. Visit/attend/contact, etc. at your own risk. Use of this site is subject to our terms of use. Note: Catholic churches are holy places and should not be treated in a "touristy" manner (however, we recognize that beauty can have a positive effect on worship). 

"Exceptionally Reverent & Beautiful"

General & Building Information...                      Click here for help

Church Classification: 

Traditional

(Why Classifications?)

When Built: 

Before 1900

'Tridentine' Masses:

Daily? Yes

Weekly? Yes

Note: The term "Tridentine Mass" refers to the old Mass said in Latin (not the new Mass said in Latin). More info.

Dominant Proportions: 

Address:

825 N. Carpenter St.

Chicago, Illinois

USA

County: Cook

Pastor's Name: 

Rev. C. Frank Phillips, C.R.

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Is Silence Encouraged Inside the Church? Yes

Emphasis: 

Vertical

One or More of the Following? No

  * Altar girls (female servers)

  * Communion in the hand is common

  * Sign of Peace during Mass (e.g. handshake)

  * Hand-holding during 'Our Father' is common

  * Standing during Consecration

  * Standing after Communion is common

  * Frequent use of Extraordinary Ministers (so-called "Eucharistic Ministers")

Note: All items above are a break with long-standing traditions and some have been condemned by various popes/saints. Try the  Latin Mass & Catholic Tradition section for additional information.

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Raised Altar?

Yes

Altar Rail? 

Yes

Location of Tabernacle: 

Front Of Church

Tabernacle Clearly Visible From Back of Church? 

Yes

Tabernacle Type:

Fancy / Ornate

Type of Seating:

Pews (with kneelers)

Traditional Confessionals: 

More Than 3

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Stations of the Cross?

Yes

Pipe Organ Inside the Church?

Yes

No. of Holy Images Inside Church (approx.): More Than 10

Note: Excludes stained glass windows & Stations of the Cross.

No. of Saint Statues Inside Church (approx.): More Than 10

Note: Excludes statues of Our Lady.

Interior Decoration: 

Ornate

Traditional Artwork: 

All

External Appearance: 

Fancy / Elegant

Internal Appearance: 

Fancy / Elegant

Note: For assistance with the above items, click here. Reminder: Inclusion of information/church/Submitter, etc. herein does not imply our endorsement. We cannot guarantee accuracy of any information. Also see "Important Notice" below.

Note: For assistance with the above, click here. Reminder: Inclusion of information/church/Submitter, etc. herein does not imply our endorsement. We cannot guarantee accuracy of any information. Also see "Important Notice" below.

Why is This a Favorite Church of the Submitter? "This church is beautiful and reverent and offers daily 'Tridentine' Masses w/countless relics & art"

Submitter's Reported Relation to This Church: Have Visited This Church

Year Submitter Last Visited This Church (may be approximate): 2008

Submitter's Reported Catholic Affiliation: Roman Catholic (Traditional)

Does Submitter Certify That This Church is a Roman Catholic Church in Full Communion With the Holy See and That All Information Provided is Accurate & True? YES

Important Notice: Inclusion of information/church/Submitter, etc. herein does not imply our endorsement. Above information may be provided by various source(s). We cannot guarantee accuracy of any information. You should assume that no information contained herein has been verified. Information herein is not comprehensive and may be relative and/or subjective. All items are subject to change at any time without notice (note that churches may change at any time, especially if there is a change of bishop or priest). We do not endorse any church (even if it appears here). We are not affiliated with churches listed herein and cannot endorse/recommend them. Religious affiliation of churches may not be verified. Users are advised to research churches independently before visiting/attending any services/contacting them, etc. Unfortunately, some churches may be Catholic in name only as even members of the clergy may not always expound the True Faith. Users are cautioned that certain churches might actually be harmful to the faithful. Visit/attend/contact, etc. at your own risk. Use of this site is subject to our terms of use. Note: Catholic churches are holy places and should not be treated in a "touristy" manner (however, we recognize that beauty can have a positive effect on worship).