Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church
1230 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118
About Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church
# About Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church has served the New Orleans community since its founding, establishing itself as a significant Catholic parish in the city. The church is dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows, reflecting the Catholic tradition of honoring Mary's role in Christ's passion. Over the years, the parish has maintained its commitment to Catholic worship and faith formation while adapting to the changing needs of its congregation and the broader New Orleans community. The church provides Catholic sacraments and spiritual guidance to its parishioners through regular liturgical services. Members of the parish participate in the life of the church through worship, prayer, and community engagement rooted in Catholic teaching and practice. The parish serves families and individuals seeking to deepen their faith and live according to Catholic principles. Located at 1230 South Carrollton Avenue in New Orleans, Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church remains an active part of its neighborhood. The parish maintains an online presence at mdolorosa.com, where visitors can find additional information about the church's ministries and activities. With a Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 76 reviews, the church is well-regarded by those who worship and interact with the community. Those interested in learning more about service times, programs, or other parish details are encouraged to visit the website or contact the church directly.
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Plan Your Visit
Get directions →First service starts at Wednesday: Open 24 hours — plan to arrive 10 minutes early
On-site parking is available — no need to hunt for street parking
Fully wheelchair accessible — contact the church for specific accessibility needs
Can't make it in person? Services are live streamed online
Dress code is casual — come as you are
Check the website for any schedule changes before your visit
Member Reviews
★ 4.8 · 76 Google reviewsMichael Hays
★★★★★Beautiful. I like the 930 Sunday morning. I'm a meat n potatoes church goer. 30 minutes, no flair, just Church
John Spera
★★★★★Beautiful Church! Father Herb is a Great Holy Priest and a very good Homilist. The Roman Catholic Church is the Latin Rite Church. The Latin prayers are beautiful and Tradition. If some are offended by a real Catholic c…
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🕐 Wednesday: Open 24 hours
🕐 Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church hold services?
Wednesday: Open 24 hours, Sunday: Open 24 hours
Where is Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church located?
1230 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118
What denomination is Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church?
Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church is a Catholic church.
How do I contact Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church?
Call (504) 866-3669 or visit http://www.mdolorosa.com/.
What is Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church known for?
# About Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church has served the New Orleans community since its founding, establishing itself as a significant Catholic parish in the city.
Church Health Score
Based on Google rating, reviews, and online presence
Strong
This church scores 81/100 compared to other Catholic churches in New Orleans.
Catholic Benchmarks
Hartford Seminary + ECFA national averages
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