OHIO – The 17th state to join the Union, possesses a history deeply intertwined with the westward expansion of the United States and the establishment of diverse communities. Identifying Ohio’s single “oldest church” involves considering different criteria – the oldest congregation versus the oldest surviving church building. However, one venerable institution consistently rises to the forefront in these discussions: St. Joseph Catholic Church in Somerset, Perry County.
Ohio’s Oldest Church? Exploring the Rich History of St. Joseph’s in Somerset
This historic parish holds a significant place as arguably the cradle of Catholicism in……