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St. Athanasius Catholic Church

Catholic Church in Long Beach, CA

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At a Glance

Established
1933
Pastoral region
San Pedro Pastoral Region
Deanery
Deanery 20
Mass in
English, Spanish
Parish school
St. Athanasius School

Parish Information

Mass Times at St. Athanasius Catholic Church

  • Sunday 8:00 AM
  • Sunday 10:00 AM Spanish
  • Sunday 12:00 PM
  • Sunday 1:30 PM Spanish
  • Sunday 5:00 PM Spanish
  • Monday 8:00 AM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM
  • Friday 8:00 AM
  • Saturday 8:00 AM
  • Saturday 5:30 PM Vigil
  • Saturday 7:00 PM Vigil Spanish

Confession Times

  • Saturday 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM or by appointment

Eucharistic Adoration

  • Monday 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM outside Chapel
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM outside Chapel
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM outside Chapel
  • Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM outside Chapel
  • Friday 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM outside Chapel

Schedules can change. Mass times last verified 2026-04-19. Please call the parish to confirm before you go, especially on holy days.

Questions about St. Athanasius Catholic Church

What time is Sunday Mass at St. Athanasius Catholic Church?
Sunday Mass at St. Athanasius Catholic Church is celebrated at 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM and 5:00 PM. The Saturday vigil Mass, which fulfils the Sunday obligation, is at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM. Schedules change on holy days; the parish office can confirm.
Is there daily Mass at St. Athanasius Catholic Church?
Yes. Weekday Mass is celebrated Monday to Friday at 8:00 AM.
When is confession heard at St. Athanasius Catholic Church?
Confession is heard Saturday 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. Priests also hear confessions by appointment; the parish office is (562) 423-7986.
Does St. Athanasius Catholic Church have Eucharistic adoration?
Yes. The Blessed Sacrament is exposed Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 3:15 PM.
In what language is Mass celebrated at St. Athanasius Catholic Church?
Mass at St. Athanasius Catholic Church is celebrated in English and Spanish. Each Mass on this page carries the language it is celebrated in.
Where is St. Athanasius Catholic Church?
St. Athanasius Catholic Church is at 5390 Linden Avenue, Long Beach, California, 90805. It belongs to the San Pedro Pastoral Region, in Deanery 20.
Does St. Athanasius Catholic Church have a parish school?
Yes. The parish school is St. Athanasius School.
How do I contact St. Athanasius Catholic Church?
The parish office of St. Athanasius Catholic Church in Long Beach can be reached at (562) 423-7986. The parish website is www.stathanasius.us.
When was St. Athanasius Catholic Church founded?
The register records St. Athanasius Catholic Church as established in 1933.

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