Organized in 1885, Saint Charles Borromeo Church has a unique story. Let’s delve into its past.
Saint Charles Borromeo Church stood on Roosevelt near Hoyne. It served its community for many years. The church played a vital role in the lives of its parishioners.
Saint Charles Borromeo Church existed at that location until 1968. The parish then closed or merged with another. The building no longer functions as Saint Charles Borromeo Church.
Records offer a glimpse into the church’s activities. Baptisms from 1885 to 1915 were meticulously recorded. Marriages from 1885 to 1915 are also documented. Confirmations from 1915 add to the historical record. These records are available on microfilm. You can find them at the Family History Library. Copies are also on permanent loan at the Newberry. Digital images of some records are accessible online too.
A church history is available at the Newberry Library. It is titled “St. Charles Borromeo: 200 Years of Faith.” The Patrice Press published it in 1991. Its call number is Folio BX4603.S32 B76 1991.
Saint Charles Borromeo in Melrose Park, Illinois welcomes you. It extends an invitation to celebrate Mass. Mass times are conveniently listed. The church is located four blocks east of Mannheim Road. It is on Softel Avenue. Specifically, the church stands at the corner of Softel and 36th Avenues. The Parish Office resides on 37th Avenue.
Mass occurs at various times. Saturday Mass is at 6:00 pm and is in Spanish. Sunday offers multiple services. 7:30 am. 9:00 am and 10:30 am are all in Spanish. 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm are also in Spanish. 5:00 pm is in Portuguese on the 1st and 3rd Sundays only. The final Sunday Mass is at 7:00 pm in Spanish. Weekday Masses occur at 6:45 am from Monday to Friday. There is also a 6:30 pm Spanish Mass from Monday to Friday.
Confessions are available. Saturday confessions are from 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm. Weekday confessions are from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm on Thursday and Friday.
Today, Saint Charles Borromeo Church continues its mission. It provides spiritual guidance and community support. It has adapted to the changing needs of its parishioners. The church remains a beacon of faith in Melrose Park.