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Archdiocese of Baltimore

The Archdiocese of Baltimore is a Catholic archdiocese in Maryland, made up of 137 parishes served by 405 priests, and home to about 512,500 Catholics (2023). It was established on 26 November 1784.

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Archdiocese of Baltimore — Catholic diocese in Maryland
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Archdiocese of Baltimore by the numbers

Most recent reported statistics (2023). Source: catholic-hierarchy.org.

Catholics
512,500
Total population
3,368,757
Percent Catholic
15.2%
Parishes
137
Total priests
405
Diocesan priests
246
Religious priests
159
Permanent deacons
188
Area
4,801 sq mi

Parishes in the Archdiocese of Baltimore

157 parishes on Catholic Connect.

About the Archdiocese of Baltimore

The Archdiocese of Baltimore comprises the Catholic parishes, schools, and ministries of its territory in Maryland, under the pastoral care of its bishop. Its 137 parishes are where the life of the diocese happens — Sunday Mass, the sacraments, faith formation, and service to the community.

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Use the free Catholic Connect Find Mass map to find parishes near you in Baltimore and across the diocese, with Sunday, vigil, and daily Mass times plus confession and Adoration. You can also explore Catholic schools and Catholic Charities in the area.

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