Sacred Heart Catholic Church (McCartyville, Ohio)

Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, established in the late 19th century, is a historic parish located in McCartyville, Ohio. This vibrant community church, which remains active today, was formed when local families sought to create their own parish separate from nearby St. Patrick. The church features a notable rectory built in 1911, recognized for its architectural significance and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors can explore the church, rectory, and a former school, all situated along State Route 119. The region is known as the 'Land of the Cross-Tipped Churches' due to the prominent steeples of its many Catholic churches, making it a unique destination for tourists and researchers interested in religious history and architecture.