St. Louise

What St. Louise does

St. Louise de Marillac is a Roman Catholic parish operating under the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles, located at 1720 E. Covina Blvd., Covina, CA 91724. Founded in 1963, the parish serves approximately 4,600 registered households across Charter Oak, Covina, Glendora, San Dimas, and surrounding communities. The entity operates as a constituent part of the Archdiocese under a corporation sole structure, with ultimate ecclesiastical authority held by the Archbishop of Los Angeles; it is governed locally by a Pastor (currently Fr. Richard Sunwoo), an Associate Pastor, five Permanent Deacons, and lay advisory councils including a Pastoral Council, Finance Council, and School Finance Council.

The parish delivers a full Catholic sacramental and formation portfolio — the seven sacraments (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Matrimony, Holy Orders, Anointing of the Sick), daily and Sunday Mass in English, weekly Confession, First Friday Adoration, and OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults). Faith formation spans preschool through adult, including a wholly-owned parish school subsidiary (St. Louise de Marillac School, preschool through 8th grade), Elementary Faith Formation (grades 1-8), Middle School and Confirmation ministry, and Young Adult and Adult Formation. The ministry ecosystem includes Adult, Contemporary, and Children's choirs, Catholic Men's Fellowship, Knights of Columbus Council 5271, Guadalupanas, Legion of Mary, Filipino Ministry, Scouts, and multiple Bible study groups. The 1973 church building, consecrated by Cardinal Timothy Manning, received national architectural recognition and became a model for new Archdiocesan churches.

Revenue is generated through voluntary parishioner stewardship (tithes and offertory), one-time sacramental fees (e.g., $450 funeral Mass with committal; $600 wedding for active parishioners with a $300 non-refundable deposit; $35 annual Women's Bible Study fee), and capital campaign pledges (the Moving Forward in Faith campaign has raised over $1,860,000 for campus improvements). Distribution channels are hybrid: in-person worship on the Covina campus, plus digital giving via PushPay (online, recurring, and text-to-give by texting 'sldm' to 77977) and Zelle (QR-coded offertory baskets). Engagement is supported through an eCatholic-hosted website, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, weekly bulletins, and a parish community page on the Hallow prayer app. No financial figures are publicly disclosed.

Name

St. Louise

Legal name

St. Louise de Marillac

Website

https://stlouisedm.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

St. Louise de Marillac is a Roman Catholic parish in Covina, CA, serving approximately 4,600 households across four communities under the Archdiocese of Los Angeles with sacramental, formation, and school services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Religious Organizations (81311)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Congregations & Worship Communities (Churches, Mosques, Temples, Synagogues) (BPAGAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

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

Keywords

• Catholic parish services
• Religious worship services
• Faith formation programs
• Catholic school education
• Sacramental services

Headquarters

HQ city

Covina

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tithes and Offertory Donations: Voluntary contributions from parishioners during weekly Mass services and through online giving platforms including PushPay and Zelle
2. Sacramental Fees: Fees for sacraments including funerals ($450 with committal, $150 committal alone) and weddings ($600 for active parishioners with $300 non-refundable deposit)
3. Capital Campaign Contributions: Moving Forward in Faith campaign raised over $1,860,000 in pledges for campus improvements including worship space renovation, parking lot redesign, and security upgrades

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

St. Louise de Marillac is a Roman Catholic parish that delivers the seven Catholic sacraments, daily and weekend Mass, faith formation for all ages (preschool through adult, including OCIA), youth and young adult ministry, and a parish elementary school. It also runs a portfolio of community ministries, men's and women's groups, and music programs, and serves approximately 4,600 households in the Covina, California area.

Product overview

St. Louise de Marillac is a Catholic parish in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles serving approximately 4,600 households in Covina, CA. The parish offers a comprehensive portfolio of religious products and services centered around seven Catholic sacraments (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Marriage, Holy Orders, Anointing of the Sick). The core offerings include: Mass services (daily and weekend in English), OCIA for adult catechumenate, Elementary Faith Formation (grades 1-8) with sacrament preparation, Middle School and Confirmation ministry, Young Adult and Adult Formation, Music Ministry with multiple choirs, and extensive Youth Ministry programs. Additional ministries include Guadalupanas, Catholic Men's Fellowship, Knights of Columbus, Legion of Mary, Filipino Ministry, Women's Bible Study, and Hospitality Ministry. The parish has partnered with Hallow prayer app and uses PushPay and Zelle for online giving.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Catholic Sacraments (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Marriage, Holy Orders, Anointing of the Sick) Administration of the seven Catholic sacraments to parishioners and their families, including Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation (Confession), Marriage, Holy Orders, and Anointing of the Sick.
• Catholic Mass and Liturgical Services Daily and Sunday Mass services, Confession times, First Friday Adoration, and weekly Holy Hour offered at the parish church in Covina, California.
• Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA) Two-year program preparing adults to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and First Eucharist at the Easter Vigil, with monthly support afterwards. Designed for adults seeking Catholic initiation, baptized non-Catholics exploring the faith, and baptized Catholics seeking remaining sacraments.
• Elementary Faith Formation (Grades 1-8) Non-gathered ministry empowering parents to catechize children with Catechist Mentor support, including two-year sacrament preparation for Reconciliation and Eucharist.
• Middle School and Confirmation Ministry Faith formation for middle school students and a two-year Confirmation program for teens entering ninth grade or age 14+.
• Young Adult and Adult Formation Ministry for adults ages 18-39 with gatherings after 5 PM Mass, combining service, catechesis, and fellowship.
• Youth Ministry (High School) Sunday night Youth Group (6-7:30 PM) for high school teens featuring faith learning, socializing, and prayer activities.
• Preschool, Kindergarten & Elementary School Parish school ministry with preschool through 8th grade education programs, operated at a separate school website (stlouisedmschool.org).
• Music Ministry Choir program including Adult Choir (traditional with organ at 8 AM Mass), Contemporary music at 10 AM, 12 PM, and 5 PM Sunday Masses, and Children's Choir.
• Guadalupanas Ministry Mexican/American women's ministry providing charity, service, and prayer, including Virgin de Guadalupe feast day celebration, First Friday Adoration participation, and scholarships for graduating school students.
• Catholic Men's Fellowship Weekly lay ministry meetings Thursdays at 6:45 PM with speakers and Lecto Divina Scripture reflection, open to all men.
• Wedding Services Sacramental marriage preparation and celebration in the Catholic Church, requiring six months' notice and formal preparation including FOCCUS assessment and engagement retreat.
• Funeral Services Catholic funeral Mass with committal, committal-only services, and optional Vigil or Rosary the night prior, coordinated through the Funeral Intake Coordinator.
• Safeguard the Children Program Child safety program requiring Livescan fingerprinting and Virtus training for all adults interacting with children, including security cameras and other safety measures, operated under Archdiocese of Los Angeles requirements.

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• HallowcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerHallow is the #1 Catholic prayer app in the world providing audio-guided meditation, prayer challenges, mental health content, sleep stories, and sacred music. St. Louise de Marillac has established a parish page on Hallow allowing parishioners to create profiles, add friends, share prayer intentions, and participate in prayer challenges with the parish community. The partnership includes special trial offers for new users joining through the parish page.
• Archdiocese of Los AngelescoreOthersSt. Louise de Marillac is a parish within the Archdiocese of Los Angeles under the leadership of the Archbishop. The parish operates under Archdiocesan policies, contributes to Diocesan-wide initiatives, and is subject to Archdiocesan oversight including the Safeguard the Children program requirements and financial compliance.
• PushPaycoreTechnology or IntegrationPushPay is a secure online giving platform that enables the parish to accept donations online through mobile devices or computers. The platform supports one-time and recurring donations with text-to-give functionality. The parish recently transitioned from Faith Direct to PushPay for improved giving experience.
• Knights of Columbus Council 5271minorGTM or Marketing PartnerKnights of Columbus is a Catholic men's fraternal organization with a local council at St. Louise de Marillac. The council supports parish and community service, protects Catholic family well-being, and provides mutual support among members. Council activities include charitable work, family events, and faith-based fellowship.
• Guadalupana MinistryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Guadalupanas are an organization of Mexican/American women dedicated to works of charity, service, and prayer. They provide celebration for the Virgin de Guadalupe on December 12th, attend First Friday Adoration, host Lenten soup and scripture events, award scholarships to graduating school students, and conduct various fundraisers including Casino Day, Breakfast, and Dinner/Dance events.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Others

• Knights of Columbus: Catholic fraternal organization with Council 5271 hosted at St. Louise; comparable in shared Catholic mission and overlapping membership/donor base.
• Pushpay (now Ministry Brands): Technology vendor whose online giving and text-to-give platform St. Louise recently adopted (migrating from Faith Direct); provides shared infrastructure across thousands of parishes.

Emerging players

• Hallow: The #1 Catholic prayer app and an active GTM/digital engagement partner of St. Louise; comparable in that both serve Catholic spiritual life, though Hallow is a digital-first product vs. a physical parish.

Direct peers

• Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church: Another founding-source Catholic parish in the Covina-area cluster; operates the same sacramental, faith formation, and school programs under the same Archdiocese.
• St. Frances of Rome Catholic Church: Neighboring Catholic parish within the Archdiocese of Los Angeles from which St. Louise drew its initial1,000 founding families in 1963. Operates the same sacramental and formation model in a similar suburban Southern California setting.
• Sacred Heart Catholic Church (Covina area): Listed as one of the source parishes from which St. Louise drew founding families; provides the same Catholic parish services in the same Covina/San Gabriel Valley region.
• St. Dorothy's Catholic Church: Adjacent Catholic parish within the same Archdiocese of Los Angeles; comparable size, sacramental offering, and suburban congregation profile.

Broad incumbents

• Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles: Parent ecclesiastical authority governing St. Louise de Marillac as a corporation sole; operates287+ parishes across the region with shared policies, formation standards, and compliance programs.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/demarillacyouth
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCJrNqnrqMQCYd0HUCEQkjlA
• Facebookfacebook.com/SaintLouise-de-Marillac-1673913362895269
• Instagraminstagram.com/stlouisedmparish
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/st-louise

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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