Ottawa Weddings - Churches

Churches in Ottawa

Many beautiful and architecturally-pleasing churches are found in Ottawa, the majority of which were built in the 19th century. St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, founded in 1828 on Kent Street, is Ottawa's oldest Protestant church. The Cathedral Basilica of Notre Dame, erected in 1839 on Sussex Drive, has soaring twin spires and is one of the finest examples of painted and carved neo-Gothic interiors in Canada. Saint Patrick's Basilica on Kent Street at Nepean Street was founded in 1855 and is the oldest parish in Ottawa serving English-speaking Catholics; Saint Patrick's was elevated to Basilica status in 1995.

Christ Church Cathedral, on Sparks Street, was founded in 1832 and is the capital's Anglican Cathedral. The city's First Baptist Church, on Laurier Street, was founded in 1857. These are just a few of the beautiful old heritage churches of Ottawa. Visitors are welcome at area churches, some of which provide tours or printed guides for interested guests.

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CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL 439 Queen Street Ottawa K1R 5A6 (613) 236-9149 TIMES OF SERVICES Monday to Friday 12:05 Wednesday 10:30, 12:05 Sunday 8:30, 10:30, 4:30 p.m. (No 4:30 service July and August) Founded in 1832, Christ Church Cathedral, the stately stone church at the upper end of "Bytown," now Ottawa, is the capital city's Anglican Cathedral for state occasions and daily worship alike. It is particularly renowned for its superb choir and stained glass windows.

ST. PETER'S LUTHERAN CHURCH Sparks at Bay 400 Sparks Street Ottawa K1R 5A2 (613) 233-9911 TIMES OF SERVICES Summer, Sunday 10:00 Winter, Sunday 9:30, 11:00 Church School 9:30 St. Peter's, a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran churches in Ottawa. Overlooking the Garden of the Provinces, it has served the community since 1910. Services and programs emphasize Christian worship, organ and choral music, social ministry, and global outreach. Everyone is welcome.

ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN CANADA 82 Kent Street at Wellington Ottawa K1P 5N9 (613) 232-9042 TIMES OF SERVICES Summer: Sundays at 10:00 Winter: Sundays at 9:30, 11:00 Other: Wednesday at noon, prayer and music You are invited to experience this distinguished and historic sanctuary located in the heart of Canada's capital city. Founded in 1828, St. Andrew'S is Ottawa'S oldest Protestant Congregation. The unusual beauty of the church architecture and furnishings, coupled with the renowned ministry of music and biblical preaching, inspire a profound mood of worship. The Church is open year round during all regular office hours.

SAINT PATRICK'S BASILICA ROMAN CATHOLIC 220 Kent Street Office: 281 Nepean Street Ottawa K1R 5G2 (613) 233-1125 Fax: (613) 234-8667 TIMES OF MASSES Monday to Friday at 7:00 & 8:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. Saturday at 7:00 & 8:00 a.m. Sunday Masses: Saturday at 4:30 p.m. & Sundays at 8:00 & 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. & 12:15 p.m. & 9;00 p.m. Founded in 1855, the oldest parish in Ottawa serving English-speaking Catholics was completed and blessed in 1875. The interior modern Gothic design has been enriched by sacred paintings, stained glass windows, a Casavant pipe organ, marble altars, pulpit, communion railings, and statues. These traditional appointments to God's Glory preserve an atmosphere for private prayer and public worship in the spirit of Vatican II. Saint Patrick's was elevated to the status of Basilica in 1995.

DOMINION-CHALMERS UNITED CHURCH 355 Cooper Street Ottawa K2P 0G8 (613) 235-5143 TIMES OF SERVICES Winter: Sunday 9:30, 11:00, 7:30 p.m. Summer: (July and August) 9:30 and 11:00 This historic Church has served the people of Ottawa since 1914. The stone Romanesque architecture and Byzantine sanctuary includes a magnificent 4-manual Casavant organ. We welcome visitors to worship with us. Programming for all ages includes Christian Education and children's worship. Accessibility provided.

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST 154 Somerset Street West Ottawa K2P 0H8 (613) 232-4500 TIMES OF SERVICES 8:00 10:15 (Eucharistic celebrations) Weekdays: Tuesday 19:30, Wednesday 7:15, Thursday 10:00 Located on busy Elgin Street, a five-minute walk from Parliament Hill in the heart of Ottawa's golden triangle, St. John's Anglican is the church with the large sign out front and the "open door" that welcomes all. Music and art are integral to thecontemporary worship offered to a diverse and friendly congregation.

ST. THERESA'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 95 Somerset Street West Ottawa K2P 0H3 (613) 235-5119 TIMES OF SERVICES Sunday masses begin Saturday 4:30 p.m. (for Sunday Obligation) Sunday 9:00, 10:30, 12 noon Monday to Friday 7:00, 9:00 Saturday 9:00 Lenten noon day mass 12:15 p.m. Founded in 1929, St. Theresa's is located at the corner of Somerset and Cartier Streets, one block east of Elgin Street. Parking is available at the church, during, mass times. THERE IS NO MORE WEEKLY MASS AT 4:30 PM

KNOX PRESBYTERIAN 120 Lisgar Street Ottawa K2P 0C2 (613) 238-4774 TIMES OF SERVICE Sunday 11:00 Knox Church, the Presbyterian Church in Canada, is located on the south east corner of Elgin and Lisgar Streets, six blocks south of the National War Memorial. The congregation was founded in 1844, in relation to the Free Church of Scotland. The present Gothic building was dedicated in 1933. The church is accessible to the handicapped. Open weekdays from Lisgar Street. All welcome.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 140 Laurier Avenue West Ottawa K1P 5J4 (613) 234-3261 TIMES OF SERVICE Sunday 11:00 In 1877 Prime Minister Alexander MacKenzie laid the cornerstone of this Heritage Church, founded in 1857. It is affiliated with the Canadian Baptist Federation and is the Canadian Armed Forces garrison church. Standing amidst offices, businesses, the University of Ottawa, the Regional Headquarters and the Court House, the Church is trying to build bridges with this community.

ST JOSEPH'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Wilbrod and Cumberland Ottawa K1N 6N8 (613) 233-4095 TIMES OF SERVICES Summer: Saturday 5:00 p.m., Sunday 9:30, 11:00 Winter: Saturday 5:00 p.m., Sunday 9:00, 10:15, 12 noon Tuesday to Friday 12 noon Reconciliation Friday 12:30 p.m. or by appointment This parish is a warm and welcoming faith community known for its outstanding Liturgies, Music, Preaching, Children's liturgy at 10:15 a.m., child care, outreach to disadvantaged. It is equipped for the handicapped. Oblate parish.

ST. PAUL'S EASTERN UNITED CHURCH 473 Cumberland Street at Daly Ottawa K1N 7K1 (613) 237-1821 TIMES OF SERVICES Sunday school and Worship 11:00 A heritage church built in 1888, this stone Romanesque church building is adjacent to the University of Ottawa and two blocks east of the Rideau Centre. We offer opportunities for learning, worship, social ministry and fellowship for all ages. Easily accessible by public transportation, our church serves Sandy Hill and greater Ottawa. A warm welcome awaits you.

THE PARISH CHURCH OF SAINT ALBAN THE MARTYR 454 King Edward Avenue Ottawa K1N 7M8 (613) 235-0596 TIMES OF SERVICES Sunday 8:30, 10:30, 7:00 p.m. Daily Worship morning and evening St. Alban's, the oldest Anglican Church building in the National Capital was erected in 1867 and was the place of worship of Sir John A. Macdonald. In recent years the Church has been restored to its original splendour. Improvements include access for the disabled and a loop system. Open daily for traditional Anglican services. Please phone for times.

THE CATHEDRAL BASILICA OF NOTRE-DAME 385 Sussex Drive Ottawa K1N 5h5 (613) 241-7496 TIMES OF SERVICES (in French unless otherwise indicated) Saturday 17:00 (for Sunday Observance) Sunday 9:00, 10:30, 12:00 (English) 17:00 Monday to Friday 17:00 Monday to Saturday 7:30 Situated on the National Capital "mile of history," Notre Dame Cathedral is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Ottawa and the oldest church in the city. Begun in 1839, its construction was not completed until 1885. Its painted and carved neo-Gothic interior is one of the finest in the country. Its sanctuary is mainly the work of noted Canadian sculptor, Philippe Hébert.

THE CATHEDRAL BASILICA OF NOTRE-DAME 385 Sussex Drive Ottawa K1N 5h5 (613) 241-7496 TIMES OF SERVICES (in French unless otherwise indicated) Saturday 17:00 (for Sunday Observance) Sunday 9:00, 10:30, 12:00 (English) 17:00 Monday to Friday 17:00 Monday to Saturday 7:30 Situated on the National Capital "mile of history," Notre Dame Cathedral is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Ottawa and the oldest church in the city. Begun in 1839, its construction was not completed until 1885. Its painted and carved neo-Gothic interior is one of the finest in the country. Its sanctuary is mainly the work of noted Canadian sculptor, Philippe Hébert.

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Churches in Ottawa

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