The year 2006 marked the 150th Anniversary of St. Louis Parish, Owensville in what was then called New Boston.

While the first church was built in 1857 and not dedicated until 1858, the first Baptism was recorded in December 1856.

Since then, the church continues to cultivate a strong community bond with generations of families as parishioners.  St. Louis parish has a rich and long history. Today, the parish numbers 450 families and growing. It has numerous spiritual, educational, and social activities.
 

St. Louis Church

 

The parish of St. Philomena was established in 1839 and was sometimes referred to as the Little Church in the Valley. It has the distinction of being the oldest Catholic Church in Clermont County! Traveling priests from Cincinnati bringing the sacraments occasionally met with the Catholic families from Stonelick Township. These families met in homes from 1835 to 1837 on Sunday mornings, holy days, and other times, especially during Lent. A log church was built in 1837 at a cost of $50 and was dedicated to St. Philomena. When you read the article, you will learn how she came to be called "Philomena."




St. Philomena Church was the very first Catholic Parish established in Clermont County in 1839.  The church is quite famous for its architectural beauty and its adjacent cemetery.  Click to see more pictures!


With faith in the Lord, the people of St. Louis and St. Philomena look confidently to the future.

St. Louis School was established in 1957 and currently serves grades pre K-8. For the 2011-2012 school year, St. Louis School has added a preschool program for children who are three years old by September 30, 2011. The morning session will begin at 8:20 a.m. and end at 11:00 a.m. Please call the school office at 732-0636 for more details.