Roman Catholic Diocese of Charleston

Charleston, South Carolina

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Charleston serves the Catholic community throughout South Carolina, with its cathedral located in Charleston. As part of the Roman Catholic Church, this diocese adheres to Catholic teaching and sacramental tradition, offering Mass, confession, and other religious services to its members. Visitors to Catholic churches can expect reverent liturgical worship following the Roman Missal, with emphasis on the Eucharist as central to Catholic practice. The diocese provides pastoral care, religious education, and community outreach programs throughout the region. Catholics and visitors of other faiths are welcome to attend Mass and observe the liturgy, though participation in the Eucharist is reserved for baptized Catholics in good standing. The Charleston diocese maintains parishes and missions across South Carolina, serving a diverse membership in this historic coastal city and surrounding areas.

Denomination

Catholic

Phone

843-261-0420

Last updated August 2026

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Congregation size

1,000-5,000

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