Since its founding by Irish immigrants on Easter morning in 1846, Old St. Patrick’s has been interwoven in the life and history of the City of Chicago. Founded in 1846 as the first English-speaking parish in the city, the current church building was designed in a Romanesque style by two of Chicago’s earliest practicing architects Augustus Bauer and Asher Carter. The cornerstone was laid on May 23, 1853, and the building was dedicated on Christmas Day, 1856.

Old St. Patrick’s is one of the few buildings to survive the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Its survival makes it the oldest public building in the City of Chicago.

If you are considering joining us on Sunday, one of the most sacred days of the week, please know we strive to foster and enhance the values of outrageous hospitality, thought provoking homilies, and the best liturgical music.

Choir of Hope
The Choir of Hope is part of Harmony, Hope and Healing — a creative music program offering dignity and spiritual healing to the homeless and the underserved in the Chicago area.

Sundays at Old St. Pat's
Sunday worship at Old St. Pat's is blessed with a very talented and dedicated group of singers and musicians who lead us in songprayer. We are truly blessed by their ministry. The group numbers around 45 - 65 on any given Sunday and performs at all the Masses.

Young Adult Choir
On the first Sunday of every month, the archdiocesan Young Adult Ministry and Old St. Pat's is proud to host young adults from around the area at the 11:15 a.m. Mass.

Old St. Pat's Church Youth Music Team
Youth between the ages of 6 and 12 perform periodically in our services.

Instrumentalists
Perform at various Masses. Including, but not limited to: piano, percussion, saxophone, clarinet, bass, violin, flute and guitar.

Family Choir
We are very excited to announce our newest choir, the Family Choir, that lead us in song at the monthly Family Mass.

Tours of Old St. Pat’s invites you to visit this sacred place and experience the fascinating story that this Church represents.

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Old St. Patrick’s Church
700 West Adams Street
Chicago, Illinois 60661

Phone: 312-648-1021