Our Lady of Angels Church

3644 Rocky River Dr
Cleveland, Ohio 44111
Phone: 216-252-2332       Fax: 216-252-2383
Pastor: John J. Cregan
E-mail:rectory@olangels.org
www.olangels.org

 

   

In the early 1900's, the Francisan Fathers bought the property on the Rocky River Valley, now known as Rocky River Dr., to build a seminary. By July 13, 1906, a small chapel, known as The Stigmato of St. Francis was completed and dedicated as Our Lady of Angels. 

On November 26, 1922 the official document establishing Our Lady of Angels as a parish, was read to the people by their first pastor, Fr. Columban Valentine.

The cornerstone for the new Our Lady of Angels School was laid August 5, 1923. School opened on September 10, 1923 with one class held in the chapel and the other two classes in the reception rooms of the monastery. The Sisters of St. Joseph were in charge of the education program when the school first opened.

The population growth in the area created a demand for an extension of the existing faculties. In 1926, four more rooms were added to the original school building. On June 17, 1928 the church was enlarged and renovated. In 1937 more property was purchased and arranged as a playground with basketball, handball and tennis courts.

In 1940, a decision was made to build a new church. By Easter of 1942, the new church was completed.

On June 26, 1955 the blessing and ground breaking ceremony was held for Linus Hall. Linus Hall is a tribute to Fr. Linus in whose honor it was named. The primary building which currently houses kindergarten and first grade students was built in 1962.

For more information on the history of Our Lady of Angels Church, please visit www.olangels.org