Sant’Ireneo a Centocelle

Sant'Ireneo a Centocelle is a church in the Prenestino-Centocelle district built with modern reinforced concrete following a traditional basilical layout. The interior is defined by vertical stained glass windows on the facade that mix natural light with colored patterns.

The parish was established in 1954 through an official decree to serve the growing population in this developing neighborhood. Nearly 60 years later, the church gained new significance through its designation as a cardinal title church.

The church serves as a regular gathering place for the local neighborhood, hosting services and community events throughout the year. Many residents come here to attend mass and participate in spiritual activities with their families.

The church is located at Via dei Castani 291 in southern Rome and is reachable by public transportation. Visitors should be aware of local holidays and feast days, as mass times vary according to the church calendar.

The church received cardinal title status in 2015, an honor typically reserved for historic Roman churches with centuries of tradition. This made this modern structure part of the highest levels of church hierarchy.