Established in 1892 as an Italian parish, today Holy Rosary is a dynamic and growing parish, reaching out to welcome people of all nationalities including students, artists, professionals, families, visitors to nearby hospitals, and those in need. Rich in diversity, our parish includes those who were born, baptized and raised here worshipping next to those who now call Holy Rosary their home by choice and commitment. 
 
Immigrants from Italy initially came to this country seeking a better life. Many Italians settled in Cleveland in this neighborhood now called Little Italy. Just as Holy Rosary Church was founded in the heart of Little Italy to serve the spiritual needs of the Italian immigrants more than 130 years ago, it continues to be the sacramental home for those joyfully living the Catholic faith today. Preserving our unique traditions, we reach out to welcome all into our parish family. 

Visitors come to Holy Rosary in Little Italy for many reasons.  Often, family members of patients in local hospitals come to celebrate Eucharist or to light a candle in quiet prayer. Others visit for more joyous reasons such as a son or daughter's graduation from one of the educational institutions in University Circle or to celebrate a family wedding. Students attend Mass while living away from home and may participate in the Newman Campus Ministry events. Many individuals and groups take the time for a prayer before enjoying dinner in one of the neighborhood restaurants.

Whatever the reason, we welcome you to Holy Rosary Church!   Know that your joys and sorrows are part of the Eucharistic prayer life of this Catholic community located near the University Circle area of Cleveland, Ohio.