Do you see the corner of Mozart and Ardmore? That’s where Holy Nativity Romanian Orthodox Church stands. This Orthodox church has a rich history. It serves the Romanian community of Chicago.
Holy Nativity Romanian Orthodox Church was founded in 1939. Its official address is 2820 W Ardmore Ave. But the mailing address is 5816 N California Ave. If you’re sending packages, use 6036 N Francisco Ave.
Father Ioan Lupescu is the parish priest. Father Simion Pavel is attached but retired. You can reach the church office at 773-878-0837. The church hall telephone number is 773-878-4270.
Getting here is straightforward. From I-94 North, exit at Peterson going East. Turn right on Lincoln. Turn left on Mozart. The church is on the corner of Mozart and Ardmore. From downtown, take I-90/94 West. Exit at Kimball Avenue. Turn right on Peterson. Then turn right on Lincoln and left on Mozart. If you’re coming from O’Hare, take I-90 East. Exit at Austin to Foster Avenue. Turn east on Foster. Turn left on Lincoln and then left on Mozart.
Services are usually in Romanian. English services are available upon request. Saturday evenings feature Vespers at 5 PM. This is followed by Confession. Sunday mornings begin with Matins at 9 AM. The Divine Liturgy starts at 10 AM. Vespers and Confession also take place on the eves of Great Feasts at 5 PM. Mornings of Great Feasts include Matins at 9 AM. The Divine Liturgy follows at 10 AM.
Holy Nativity Romanian Orthodox Church offers a place for worship. It provides spiritual guidance to its parishioners. Its long-standing presence makes it a vital part of Chicago’s religious landscape. The church’s website is holynativitychurch.com.