About St. Teresa of Avila · Akron, New York
St. Teresa of Avila Roman Catholic Church in Akron, New York, serves the local community with daily Mass, devotional activities, and parish ministries. The parish has been active for 156 years and offers services in English, with a strong emphasis on faith formation, sacraments, and outreach through groups like Legion of Mary and Women’s Guild. It is part of a larger family of parishes under 'Together in Christ' and is affiliated with the Sacred Heart of Jesus Diocesan Shrine.
- Established
- 1870
- Patron
- St. Teresa of Avila
- Diocese
- Sacred Heart of Jesus Diocesan Shrine
Why belong here
Join a parish with 156 years of service, active ministries like Legion of Mary and Women’s Guild, and opportunities for faith formation through events like VBS Rainforest Falls and devotional programs. Experience community, sacraments, and spiritual growth in a welcoming environment.
Mass times at St. Teresa of Avila
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Every Saturday: 2:30-3:30pm
- 1st Saturday: 8:15-8:45am
- Holy Vigil: 3:30-4:15pm
Adoration times
- 2nd Fridays: 7:30-8:30pm
History
Founded in 1870, St. Teresa of Avila has served the Akron community for 156 years. It is part of a larger family of parishes including St. Mary’s Church and Nativity of Mary Parish, all under the 'Together in Christ' network. The parish is affiliated with the Sacred Heart of Jesus Diocesan Shrine and hosts events like VBS Rainforest Falls and devotional programs.
Ministries
The parish offers active ministries including Legion of Mary, Women’s Guild, and VBS Rainforest Falls. It also supports faith formation through events like the Sacred Heart of Jesus 12-Month Pilgrimage and devotional programs such as the Rosary and Adoration.
- Legion of Mary
- Women's Guild
- VBS Rainforest Falls
- Sacred Heart of Jesus Pilgrimage
- Faith Formation
- Catholic Charities Outreach
Devotions & Services
Daily Mass is offered at 8:00 AM (except Wednesday 5:30 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM). Confession is available Saturdays at 2:30-3:30 PM, 8:15-8:45 AM on the 1st Saturday, and 3:30-4:15 PM during Holy Vigil. Adoration is held every 2nd Friday from 7:30-8:30 PM.
- Daily Mass
- Confession
- Adoration
- Rosary
- Legion of Mary Meetings
- Women's Guild Meetings
Sacraments
The parish offers all seven sacraments: Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Marriage, and Anointing of the Sick. Sacramental preparation and instruction are available through parish programs.
- Baptism
- Reconciliation
- Eucharist
- Confirmation
- Marriage
- Anointing of the Sick