St. Josephine Bakhita Parish
6077 Sharon Woods Blvd, columbus, OH 43229
About St. Josephine Bakhita Parish
St. Josephine Bakhita Parish is recognized throughout the Columbus community for its commitment to religious education and formation across all ages. Named after Saint Josephine Bakhita, a Sudanese-born saint who endured slavery before finding freedom in faith, the parish embodies her legacy of resilience and spiritual renewal. The parish serves as a Catholic center for worship and sacramental life in the Sharon Woods area, drawing consistent appreciation from its congregation as evidenced by its 4.8 out of 5 rating from over 100 community members. The parish operates a comprehensive range of programs designed to deepen faith and build community among its members. Sunday Mass serves as the foundation of parish life, supported by the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) for those entering the Catholic Church. The parish maintains an active CCD/Religious Education program for children and youth, complemented by dedicated Youth Ministry initiatives. Adult parishioners participate in the Knights of Columbus, a fraternal organization committed to charitable service. These programs reflect the parish's focus on faith formation at every life stage and its emphasis on both spiritual growth and community engagement. St. Josephine Bakhita Parish is located at 6077 Sharon Woods Boulevard in Columbus and provides accessible facilities for all visitors, including wheelchair access and parking. The parish offers a nursery for families with young children and maintains air conditioning throughout the building. For those unable to attend in person, the parish provides live-streamed Masses, extending participation to homebound and distant members. Coffee and fellowship time following services creates space for community connection and conversation. Additional information about Mass times, programs, and parish activities is available on the parish website at bakhitacolumbus.org.
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The Catholic Church is the world's oldest and largest Christian institution, tracing its leadership through an unbroken line of popes back to the Apostle Peter. The Mass — the central act of Catholic worship — follows a liturgical calendar and culminates in the Eucharist, which Catholics believe is the real presence of Christ. Catholic life is shaped by seven sacraments: Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. Parishes typically offer multiple Sunday Masses, daily Mass, confession hours, and robust faith formation programs. The Church's social teaching on human dignity, care for the poor, and the common good is expressed through extensive charitable and educational ministries worldwide.
Plan Your Visit
Get directions →First service starts at Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM — plan to arrive 10 minutes early
On-site parking is available — no need to hunt for street parking
Children's ministry and nursery run during all services — kids are welcome
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 · 103 Google reviewsCharles Thompson
★★★★★Not a good fish fry! Fish was not good! Green beans just as bad! French Fry’s cold. My desert hate to say was not good!
Noah Yinger
★★★★★Our jaws are on the floor, that was incredible. My wife and I love our local parish but have been wanting to try somewhere with a diverse community. We felt welcomed right in and the mass was simply fantastic. The worshi…
Sermons Online
St. Josephine Bakhita Parish publishes sermons on YouTube
Service Times
🕐 Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
🕐 Sunday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does St. Josephine Bakhita Parish hold services?
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Sunday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Where is St. Josephine Bakhita Parish located?
6077 Sharon Woods Blvd, columbus, OH 43229
What denomination is St. Josephine Bakhita Parish?
St. Josephine Bakhita Parish is a Catholic church.
How do I contact St. Josephine Bakhita Parish?
Call (614) 891-0150 or visit https://www.bakhitacolumbus.org/.
What is St. Josephine Bakhita Parish known for?
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Church Health Score
Based on Google rating, reviews, and online presence
Strong
This church scores 81/100 compared to other Catholic churches in columbus.
Catholic Benchmarks
Hartford Seminary + ECFA national averages
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