About Our Parish

Saints Cyril & Methodius Parish

Saints Cyril & Methodius Parish at the church of Saint Joseph, has the designation of being the Oldest Slovak Roman Catholic Parish in the Western Hemisphere. The Parish was organized in 1882.


The parish has since the time of 2010 being merged with several other Catholic Parishes that now make up Saints Cyril & Methodius Parish which consist of ( Saint Joseph Church, Saint Ladislaus Church, Holy Trinity Slovak Church, Saint Stanislaus Polish Church ).


MORE TO COME.  UNDER CONSTRUCTION


Visitor Information

See some common questions and answers below, or call us at 570-454-0881.

  • When are Our Masses?

    Saturday Mass


    4:00 PM


    Sunday Masses


    8:00 AM


    10:30 AM


    Monday - Friday  ( Daily Mass )


    8:00 AM


    NOTE:

    Restrooms are in the Basement of the Church and can be accessed from the three staircases. The Restrooms are in the front basement hallway. There is no handicapped restroom at this current time as well.

  • When are confession's available?

    Saturday


    2:45 PM - 3:30 PM


    Check Bulletin for Lent / Easter Times


    Other

    By Appointment

  • What should I wear?

    There really is no set church dress code, but in general, wearing denim should be avoided but are accepted ( baring they have holes and cuts in them for looks). Unless your church clearly states that jeans are OK, it's best to avoid wearing them for Sunday services. Depending on the church you attend, you may go to evening services or services that are held during the week.

  • How do I get to the church?

    FROM THE NORTH


    Wilkes-Barre/Scranton - Traveling on

    Interstate 81 South take exit 143 to the right onto Rt 924 ( Can Do Expressway) towards Hazleton.


    Stay on Rt 924 into Hazleton and past the first light, approaching Broad Street, then enter Center Lane. At the traffic light, go across Broad Street onto West Diamond Ave.


    Proceed on Diamond Ave. through three Stop Signs and to the third traffic light at Laurel Street. Turn left onto Laurel Street at the light and proceed up five blocks.


    At the Stop Sign, you have arrived at SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish and can find parking around the church and school. 





    FROM THE SOUTH


    From Interstate 81 - Traveling on Interstate

    81 North take exit 143 to the right onto Rt 924 ( Can Do Expressway ) towards Hazleton.


    Stay on Rt 924 into Hazleton and past the first light, approaching Broad Street, then enter Center Lane. At the traffic light, go across Broad Street onto West Diamond Ave.


    Proceed on Diamond Ave. through three Stop Signs and to the third traffic light at Laurel Street. Turn left onto Laurel Street at the light and proceed up five blocks.


    At the Stop Sign, you have arrived at SS. Cyril & Methodius Parish and can find parking around the church and school. 

  • Where should I park?

    There is parking around the Church and the School Parking Lots across from the church. 


    The Parish also owns a parking lot on North Church Street from 6th to 7th street, and the entrance is off Lee Court at 6th Street. 


    There is also parking along the School from Manhattan Court to Laurel Street for Church Functions.

  • Where do my children go?

    Children are welcome in church and can sit anywhere in the Church. Providing that Parents or Guardians accompany them.

  • Am I expected to put money in the offering?

    Choosing the amount you donate is a personal choice. Donations must come from the heart. Ask in prayer what God wills you to do, but there are many ways to decide what God wills for you. 


    Also, be aware that donations are not only monetary. We talk about giving of our time, talent, and treasure. You may have a lot more of one of these to give and are very short on one of them. 


    You need to look at the whole picture and ask in prayer before giving an offering.


    MAY GOD BLESS

  • Is there a wheelchair accessible entrance?

    YES, there is a Handicapped Entrance.


    The Parish does have a handicapped entrance, and it is located on the 6th street side of the church from the rear off of Lee Court.


    Go down the ramp along the church and into the side door entrance.


    There are also two handicapped parking spaces on the 6th street side of the church,  from lee court towards laurel street.