Catholic Diocese of Fairbanks

Fairbanks, Alaska

The Catholic Diocese of Fairbanks serves the Catholic community across interior and northern Alaska. Located in Fairbanks, this diocese is part of the Roman Catholic Church and follows Catholic teachings and traditions. Visitors to Catholic churches in this diocese can expect to participate in the Mass, which includes scripture readings, prayers, and the Eucharist, a central sacrament in Catholic worship. The diocese provides pastoral care, sacraments such as baptism, confirmation, and reconciliation, and religious education for children and adults. Catholic churches typically emphasize community service, charitable outreach, and spiritual formation. The diocese maintains parishes and missions throughout its expansive territory, serving both urban and rural areas of Alaska. Those seeking information about specific parishes, Mass times, or diocesan programs can contact the diocesan office in Fairbanks for details about worship opportunities and spiritual resources available to the faithful.

Denomination

Catholic

Phone

(907) 374-9500

Last updated May 2026

Map showing location of Catholic Diocese of Fairbanks

200-500

estimated members

This is likely one of 5 Catholic congregations in Fairbanks North Star Borough, AK. Catholic accounts for 8% of the county's 122 congregations.

This estimate comes from ARDA 2020 data for churches of this size and denomination in the county.

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