ABOUT US
St. Elias Maronite Catholic Church serves as a spiritual, cultural, and communal home for Maronite Catholics and the broader community throughout London and Southwestern Ontario.
Located at 267 Adelaide Street South in London, Ontario, the parish belongs to the Maronite Catholic Eparchy of Saint Maron of Montreal and follows the Syriac‑Antiochian liturgical tradition — one of the oldest continuously living Christian traditions in the world.
The parish exists not only as a place of worship, but also as:
- ⛪a center of spiritual life
- 👨👩👧a gathering place for families
- 🌍a cultural anchor for Maronite and Lebanese heritage
- 🤝a support network for newcomers
- 🌱a home for younger generations seeking continuity
- 💛a welcoming community for all backgrounds
The identity of St. Elias is shaped by:
- ✝️Maronite spirituality
- 📜Syriac liturgical heritage
- 🏠family and hospitality
- 🌐bilingual worship in Arabic and English
- 🔥youth formation
- 🌎community outreach
- 🙏service to those in need
- ⏳continuity across generations
History
History of the Parish
St. Elias Maronite Catholic Church was formally established around 2011–2012 to serve the growing Maronite and Middle Eastern Christian population in London and Southwestern Ontario.
Before becoming a permanent parish, local Maronite families gathered through mission liturgies, volunteer coordination, diocesan support, and community events. The desire for a lasting spiritual home rooted in faith, family, tradition, and hospitality led to the foundation of the parish.
Sacrifice
Years of volunteer sacrificeCampaigns
Fundraising campaignsLeadership
Pastoral leadershipSupport
Diocesan supportCommunity
Community‑building effortsTradition
Preservation of liturgical traditionFamily
Strong family Participation
Milestone
Major Milestone
Permanent Church Location:
267 Adelaide Street South
London, Ontario
The acquisition of this permanent parish home represented far more than obtaining a building. It established a lasting spiritual and communal center for Maronite Catholics in the region and ensured continuity for future generations.
TIME
Mass times
Mass times are: Saturday 5pm (English) and Sunday 11 am (Arabic/English)