St. Leo the Great Catholic Church

Who we are

St. Leo the Great Catholic Church invites you into a parish life centered on the Eucharist and shaped by prayer, service, and community. You will find a diverse congregation with families, singles, and seniors who worship together and look after one another. Priests, deacons, and staff provide steady pastoral care. Ministries support children, teens, and adults at each stage of faith. If you are new to Catholic life, the parish offers inquiry and RCIA so you can learn, ask questions, and take confident steps. If you grew up Catholic and want a fresh start, the parish welcomes you with patience and practical help.

Weekend Masses anchor parish life. Homilies open Scripture and connect the readings with daily decisions. Music supports prayer rather than distracts from it. You will notice reverence and warmth in the same moment. People greet you, but they also give you space to pray. Confession is offered during the week and before weekend liturgies. Adoration provides quiet time before the Lord. Ministries serve neighbors across Winston-Salem through food drives, support for families, and visits to the sick. This rhythm forms you over time. You hear the gospel. You receive grace in the sacraments. You serve with your hands.

Parents find support through faith formation for children and youth, a strong partnership with the parish school, and practical resources for family prayer. Couples preparing for marriage receive focused guidance. Those facing loss receive compassionate help with Catholic funeral planning and grief care. Volunteers coordinate many parish events that build friendships and deepen faith. You do not need to perform or pretend here. Show up as you are. Pray. Learn. Serve. The parish will walk with you.

What to expect on your first visit

Arrive a few minutes early to park and enter by the main doors on Springdale Ave. Greeters provide a worship aid and help you find a seat. If you need the cry room or accessible seating, an usher will guide you. After Mass, you can meet clergy, ask about programs, and sign up for parish news. Dress varies. Come in what lets you pray with focus.

If you want to explore online first, review the parish site for Mass times, confession, and current events. You can also read about ministries and sacramental preparation. When you are ready, introduce yourself after Mass. The team will help you take a next step that fits your situation.

Plan your visit

Learn more at stleocatholic.org. You can find the calendar, contact the office, and connect with parish groups. Start small. Attend a weekday Mass. Join Adoration for thirty minutes. Sign up for a service project. You will meet people who remember your name and pray for you by name.