Holy Rosary Catholic Church

What Holy Rosary Catholic Church does

Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church (Chiesa del Santo Rosario) is a registered charity and parish of the Archdiocese of Winnipeg, located at 510 River Avenue in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Founded in 1923 by Winnipeg's Italian immigrant community, the parish operates a 500-seat church built in 1967 at a cost of $390,000 and serves a multicultural congregation Fr. Sam has described as "minestrone soup." The church employs 14 staff and is led by Pastor Father Michael Savarimuthu, with Father Sam Arenziano serving as Pastor Emeritus following his retirement on July 31, 2024.

The church provides the full range of Catholic liturgical services and sacraments (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, Matrimony), with weekly Sunday Masses in both English and Italian. Faith formation programs include a Children's Catechism (Kindergarten through Grade 7, using the Finding God curriculum from Loyola Press) and RCIA for adults. Community programming spans five distinct ministries: Music Ministry (four choirs/ensembles), Youth Group, Young Adult Group, Adult Group, and Outreach Ministry — the latter encompassing Oak Table food/clothing support (since 2015), the Ounce of Courage 12-step recovery program, Compassion Connection grief support, and the Not Alone separated/divorced group.

The technology stack is built on WordPress for the website (holyrosarychurch.ca), YouTube for live streaming of Masses and funerals (channel UCw-fXUobNow0eXQSX0B3t1w), and standard payment integrations (PayPal, e-transfer, TipTapPay contactless terminals). Revenue is generated through a hybrid model combining recurring tithing (envelopes, Pre-Authorized Donations on the 15th and 30th), Mass intention stipends ($10 per intention, partially remitted to the Archdiocesan Seminary Fund), catechism and marriage preparation registration fees ($30-$125), Together in Mission appeal contributions, event ticket sales (Saints Festa, Spaghetti Dinner, Interfaith Passover Seder), and bequests. Marketing and outreach rely on community word-of-mouth, the website, Instagram (@holyrosarychurch, @youngadultshrc), monthly printed bulletins, a network of 14+ local business sponsors, and the Archdiocese of Winnipeg's institutional channels.

Name

Holy Rosary Catholic Church

Legal name

Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church

Website

https://holyrosarychurch.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church is a Winnipeg-based parish of the Archdiocese of Winnipeg, founded in 1923, serving a multicultural congregation with bilingual English-Italian Masses, seven sacraments, children's catechism, RCIA, and outreach ministries spanning youth, adults, and community members in need.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Services (Catholic Parish)

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD)

Keywords

• Catholic parish services
• Faith formation programs
• Liturgical services
• Sacramental preparation
• Community outreach ministry

Headquarters

HQ city

Winnipeg

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Tithing and Weekly Donations: Parishioners contribute through weekly or monthly numbered envelopes, pre-authorized bank withdrawals, PayPal, e-transfer, and TipTapPay contactless payments. These donations support church operations, ministries, liturgical resources, utilities, insurance, and Archdiocesan assessments.
2. Together in Mission (TIM) Appeal: Annual Archdiocesan appeal where Holy Rosary collects and forwards donations to support seminarians, vocations, Indigenous and Northern missions, evangelization, and Catholic outreach beyond the parish.
3. Mass Intentions: Parishioners request specific Mass intentions (for departed souls or special intentions) for a suggested gift of $10 per Mass. This offering is partially retained by the priest and partially remitted to the Catholic Centre for Seminary Fund.
4. Catechism and Sacrament Registration Fees: Fees charged for children's faith formation programs: Kindergarten $30, Non-Sacrament grades $50, Sacrament Preparation (Grade 2 and 7) $100, Multiple Sacraments $125, Family Catechism Pilot $50-$100 per child. These cover supplies, lessons, and sacrament materials.
5. Marriage Preparation Program Fees: Couples preparing for church marriage attend a 4-session program (2 hours per session). Fees are announced in November with class sizes limited. Priority given to couples marrying at Holy Rosary, with outside couples accepted if space permits.
6. Event Revenue (Saints Festa, Spaghetti Dinner, etc.): The church organizes community events such as Saints Festa and Spaghetti Dinners as fundraisers. Tickets are sold for events like the Interfaith Passover Seder ($30 adults, $25 students, $18 children).
7. Bequests and Estate Gifts: Donations made in memory of a loved one or through estate planning are welcomed and appreciated, providing long-term financial support to the church.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church is a Catholic parish that provides weekly liturgical services (Sunday Masses in English and Italian, weekday Masses), the seven Catholic sacraments, faith formation programs (children's catechism from Kindergarten through Grade 7 including First Communion, First Reconciliation, and Confirmation preparation; RCIA for adults), music ministry, and community outreach programs (Oak Table food support, Ounce of Courage 12-step recovery, grief and divorce support groups). It is part of the Archdiocese of Winnipeg and live-streams its Masses on YouTube.

Product overview

Holy Rosary Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish offering a comprehensive suite of spiritual services and community programs. The church provides seven sacraments (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony), multiple Sunday Mass options in English and Italian with live streaming, and faith formation programs including Children's Catechism and RCIA. The church operates various ministries including Music Ministry with multiple choirs, Youth Group, Young Adult Group, Adult Group, and Outreach Ministry supporting community needs. Donation processing includes multiple options (envelopes, PAD, PayPal, E-Transfer, TipTapPay). All services are delivered through WordPress-based digital infrastructure with YouTube integration for live streaming.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sunday Mass Services Weekly Catholic Mass celebrated in English and Italian with multiple time slots, accommodating different schedules and including live streaming capabilities via YouTube. For Catholic parishioners and visitors in the Winnipeg community.
• Sacraments The seven Catholic sacraments — Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance (Reconciliation), Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony — administered according to Catholic Church doctrine. For Catholic parishioners and their families.
• Baptism Sacrament of Baptism for infants and older children, including preparation sessions for first-time parents and sacramental preparation for older unbaptized children. For Catholic families in the parish.
• Reconciliation (Penance) Sacrament of Penance celebrated Sundays from 3:00 PM to 4:15 PM, providing pardon and reconciliation with the Church. For Catholic parishioners.
• Anointing of the Sick Sacrament administered to bring spiritual and physical strength during illness, including preparation for surgery or near passing. For Catholic parishioners facing illness.
• Marriage Preparation Four consecutive weekly sessions (2 hours per session) of marriage preparation required by the Archdiocese of Winnipeg, delivered in-person by facilitators with years of marriage experience. Priority given to couples marrying at Holy Rosary. For engaged couples.
• Funerals Funeral services arranged in coordination with the parish office, typically held Tuesday through Saturday, with optional live streaming via YouTube. For families of deceased parishioners.
• RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Formation process for adults seeking to become Catholic, including those never baptized or baptized in other Christian communities, culminating in full initiation at the Easter Vigil. For adult inquirers and catechumens.
• Children's Catechism Program Faith formation program for Kindergarten through Grade 7 using the Finding God curriculum by Loyola Press, including First Communion and Confirmation preparation. Sunday in-person classes 11:00-11:50 AM plus a Family Catechism Pilot option. For Catholic families with children.
• Music Ministry Multiple choir and ensemble options including Italian Choir (10:30 AM Sunday), English Choir (9:00 AM Sunday), and ensembles for Noon and 4:30 PM Masses, with regular rehearsals. For parishioners with musical gifts to serve the liturgy.
• Youth Group Weekly gatherings for middle and high school youth featuring games, food, and faith-based conversations, led by group leader Alessandro Santilli. For Catholic youth seeking peer community.
• Young Adult Group Monthly meetings at Cafe 13 at the Caboto Center for community building, socializing, and discussing faith and life topics. Open to Catholics, those exploring faith, or anyone searching for a welcoming community. For young adults.
• Adult Group Periodic service work, community building, prayer, and social events for adults interested in volunteering and community involvement. For adult parishioners seeking meaningful service opportunities.
• Outreach Ministry Community support programs including Oak Table food/essentials sponsorship, Ounce of Courage 12-step addiction recovery, Compassion Connection grief support group, and Not Alone separated/divorced support group. For community members facing hardship, grief, addiction, or isolation.
• Live Stream Masses Online streaming of Sunday Masses and funerals via YouTube (channel UCw-fXUobNow0eXQSX0B3t1w) for parishioners unable to attend in person, including seasonal Masses for Easter and Christmas. Extends reach to domestic and international audiences.
• Donation Processing Multiple giving options including weekly/monthly numbered envelopes, Pre-Authorized Donations (PAD) on the 15th and 30th of each month, PayPal, E-Transfer to [email protected], TipTapPay contactless debit/credit, and bequests/estate gifts. Enables parish operations, ministries, and outreach.
• Mass Intentions Parishioners request specific Mass intentions (for departed souls or special intentions) for a suggested gift of $10 per Mass. Partially retained by the priest and partially remitted to the Catholic Centre for Seminary Fund. For Catholic parishioners.

Quantifiable outcome

• 37 candidates fully initiated into the Catholic Faith at a single Confirmation ceremony (June 28, 2026)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration7 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Don Vito Collision & GlassminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business sponsor listed on the Holy Rosary Church sponsors page. Don Vito Collision & Glass supports the church community through sponsorship contributions.
• Gino's HomesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business sponsor listed on the Holy Rosary Church sponsors page. Gino's Homes supports the church community through sponsorship contributions.
• Centro Caboto CentrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Centro Caboto Centre is a key community partner. The Young Adult Group meets at Cafe 13 at the Caboto Center. The church is also affiliated with the Italian community center, and the Vice Consul of Italy holds life certificate sessions at Centro Caboto (1055 Wilkes Avenue). The restaurant Sorrento's at the Caboto Centre is also a sponsor.
• Gauthier Automotive GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business sponsor listed on the Holy Rosary Church sponsors page.
• Domenica's Floral DesignminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business sponsor and also provides site design services for the church website (credited as site designer).
• Italian Canadian Foundation of Manitoba Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity organization sponsor supporting the Italian-Canadian parish community.
• Oak Table Ministry Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHoly Rosary has supported Oak Table Ministry Inc. since 2015. The church provides food, clothing, and essentials and sponsors the annual Christmas lunch for community members. Oak Table began as an outreach ministry of Augustine United Church in 1981 and serves the Osborne Village neighbourhood.
• Ounce of Courage ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA 12-step recovery program for cocaine drug addiction that meets at Holy Rosary Church on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings at 6:30 PM. The program is not run through the church but uses its facilities. For information: 204-250-2626.
• Archdiocese of WinnipegcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHoly Rosary Church is part of the Archdiocese of Winnipeg. The Archdiocese requires marriage preparation, sets confirmation dates, receives Together in Mission donations, and oversees catechist training. The church remits mass intention offerings to the Catholic Centre for Seminary Fund.
• Augustine United ChurchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOak Table Ministry Inc. (supported by Holy Rosary since 2015) originally began as an outreach ministry of Augustine United Church in 1981 in the Osborne Village neighbourhood.
• Bnaibrith CanadaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe church hosted an Interfaith Passover Seder led by Rabbi Carnie Shalom Rose, Rabbi Anibal Mass, and Cantor Leslie Emery. Program Chair was Fr. Mark Filips. For information contact 204.487.9623 or [email protected].
• Assumption Catholic CemeteryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal Catholic cemetery listed as a sponsor, serving the burial needs of parish families.
• Mosaic FuneralminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFuneral services provider listed as a sponsor, serving the end-of-life needs of parish families.
• Cropo Funeral ChapelminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFuneral services provider listed as a sponsor, serving the end-of-life needs of parish families.
• Pratt's Wholesale Food ServiceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWholesale food service provider listed as a sponsor, likely supporting church event catering and food programs.
• Sorrento's at the Caboto CentreminorGTM or Marketing PartnerItalian restaurant at the Caboto Centre listed as a sponsor.
• 7th Avenue FashionsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal fashion retailer listed as a sponsor.
• FABCA-PMG Projects Ltd.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business/project company listed as a sponsor.
• Thomson in the Park CemeteryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCemetery services provider listed as a sponsor, serving the burial needs of parish families.
• Villa CabriniminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHoly Rosary holds its Friday 10:00 AM Mass at Villa Cabrini (433 River Ave.), a senior care or residential facility, extending its pastoral outreach to residents who cannot attend the main church.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Oak Table Ministry Inc. Community-outreach ministry (originally founded from Augustine United Church in 1981) that Holy Rosary has supported since 2015 with food, clothing, and the annual Christmas lunch. Operates as a peer organization serving community members facing hardship in the same Osborne Village / Winnipeg catchment.
• Centro Caboto Centre: Winnipeg's Italian community center and core strategic partner of Holy Rosary — hosts the parish's Young Adult Group (Cafe 13), Vice Consul of Italy life-certificate sessions, and the affiliated Sorrento's restaurant. Operates as a peer institution serving the Italian-Canadian community in Winnipeg.
• St. Mary's Cathedral: Mother church of the Archdiocese of Winnipeg and one of the original worship sites for Winnipeg's early Italian immigrant community (referenced in Holy Rosary's founding history). Operates the same Catholic Mass, sacraments, and community programming model within the same Archdiocese.
• Villa Cabrini: A Winnipeg senior-care / residential facility (433 River Ave) where Holy Rosary delivers a weekly Friday 10:00 AM Mass as part of pastoral outreach. Operates as a peer faith-based organization within Holy Rosary's immediate geographic and ministry footprint.
• Ste. Rose du Lima Parish: Referenced in Holy Rosary's parish news (June 2026) and operating within the Archdiocese of Winnipeg. Functions as a direct peer parish delivering Catholic Mass, sacraments, and faith formation to a Winnipeg-area congregation.
• Sacred Heart Church (Winnipeg): Another historical worship site for Winnipeg's early Italian Catholic community (referenced in Holy Rosary's founding history alongside St. Mary's Cathedral). Operates the same parish-level Catholic services and is a direct functional peer within the same archdiocese.

Broad incumbents

• Archdiocese of Winnipeg: The governing archdiocese that oversees Holy Rosary, administers the Together in Mission appeal, sets confirmation dates, requires marriage preparation, and operates the Catholic Centre Seminary Fund. Acts as the broader institutional incumbent in which Holy Rosary operates.
• Augustine United Church: Parent organization of Oak Table Ministry Inc., with which Holy Rosary partners. Operates a parallel community-outreach model in Winnipeg that intersects with Holy Rosary's outreach programming — comparable as a faith-based community-services organization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCw-fXUobNow0eXQSX0B3t1w/videos?view=2&live_view=502
• Instagraminstagram.com/holyrosarychurch
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hrc-wpg

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

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