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about
st. ladislas

Who We Are and What We Believe

St. Ladislas is a place where faith comes alive — through community, prayer, and service. We are a parish that values connection: between individuals, families, and most importantly, with Christ. Whether you are joining us for Sunday Mass, seeking the Sacraments, or simply looking for a place to belong, you’ll find a place here.

Priest bent over, warmly greeting a small girl and boy during Mass.
Group of people posing for the camera, smiling
Two boys wearing aprons standing and serving donuts.
Group of men holding a large check for charity.
Deacon bent over blessing a dog outdoors, with the owner standing beside the dog.
Father and daughter carrying a cross together during Mass.
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Mother standing behind her son and daughter, who are dressed as saints in blue outfits with white collars.
Group of parishioners standing in front of a stage filled with donated items.
Overhead view of a crowd gathered at a party, mingling and eating.
Mother and father at the baptismal font with their daughter and son; son dips his finger in the water while mother holds a booklet of prayers.
Baby sitting on the floor playing with colorful plastic Easter eggs.
Group of people standing at the foot of the sanctuary, surrounded by incense smoke and praying.
Children sitting around a large table in a classroom with their teachers.

Our Mission Statement

We are a welcoming Roman Catholic community that deepens our personal relationship with Jesus Christ by worshipping together, reaching out to others, and building up the Kingdom of God as intentional disciples.

Rooted in Faith

St. Ladislas Parish, the first church for Slovak Catholics in Cleveland, dates back to 1885 when they began holding services at St. Joseph’s Church on Woodland Avenue. In 1889, the parish bought property near East 92nd Street and Holton Avenue. The church was consecrated in December of that year.

A fire in August 1970 destroyed the church building. A decision was then made to relocate. Our current church was established August 15, 1973.

We now celebrate over 50 years in Westlake. This milestone reflects the unwavering faith, commitment, and unity of our faith community. As we look back with gratitude, we also look forward with anticipation for the blessings and opportunities ahead.

historic black and white photo of St. Ladislas Church in Cleveland,

The Church is the Body of Christ. Through the Spirit and his action in the sacraments, above all the Eucharist, Christ, who once was dead and is now risen, establishes the community of believers as his own Body. — CCC 805