St. John Neumann (Diocese of Columbus)
St. John Neumann Parish is in Ohio (United States) and is part of the Diocese of Columbus.
It is dedicated to Saint John Neumann.
| St. John Neumann Parish | |
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| Dedication: | Saint John Neumann |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Columbus |
| Deanery: | East Central Deanery |
| Address: | 9633 E State Route 37, Sunbury, OH 43074 |
| Coordinates: | 40.2816, -82.9349 |
| City: | Sunbury, OH |
| Subdivision: | Ohio |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Delaware County |
| Website: | https://saintjohnsunbury.org |
| Founded: | 1977 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | email@stjohnsunbury.org |
History
St. John Neumann Parish in Sunbury, Ohio, was founded in 1977 as a mission of St. Paul’s Parish in Westerville, approximately 10 miles south, under the Diocese of Columbus. Established to serve the growing Catholic population in the area, the parish began with modest facilities and has since expanded significantly. The community’s development reflects the broader growth of the Diocese of Columbus, which oversees parishes across central Ohio. Over the years, the parish has evolved from a small mission to a thriving congregation, with notable expansions to its physical structure noted by parishioners as transforming it from a modest building into a beautiful, spacious church. The parish continues to emphasize welcoming all to encounter Christ through the sacraments and community involvement, offering a range of ministries and activities to deepen spiritual life.
Special features
- The parish offers diverse Mass experiences, including a Saturday 4:00 pm Mass with a contemporary ensemble, a Sunday 9:00 am Mass with a traditional choir, and Sunday 11:00 am and 5:00 pm Masses with worship and praise music, catering to varied liturgical preferences.
- Confession is available at multiple times throughout the week, such as Saturdays from 3:00 pm to 3:50 pm and Sundays at various intervals, enhancing accessibility to the sacrament of reconciliation.
- The annual Community Festival, such as the 2024 event, strengthens bonds through volunteer efforts, sponsorships, and patron participation, showcasing the parish’s commitment to community engagement.
- The Family of Faith program (PSR up to age 18) provides faith-based activities for families, including service projects and prayer memorization with the By Heart Prayer Deck, fostering intergenerational spiritual growth.
Related parishes
St. John Neumann Parish is part of the Diocese of Columbus, which includes numerous parishes across central Ohio. It maintains a historical tie to St. Paul’s Parish in Westerville, its founding mission, and connects to other parishes within the East Central Deanery, such as those in nearby Delaware or Westerville, through shared diocesan initiatives and regional ministry efforts.