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Archdiocese of Chicago

The Archdiocese of Chicago is a Catholic archdiocese in Illinois, made up of 221 parishes served by 1,269 priests, and home to about 2,093,000 Catholics (2023). It was established on 28 November 1843.

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Archdiocese of Chicago by the numbers

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

Catholics
2,093,000
Total population
5,980,000
Percent Catholic
35%
Parishes
221
Total priests
1,269
Diocesan priests
758
Religious priests
511
Permanent deacons
627
Area
1,411 sq mi

Parishes in the Archdiocese of Chicago

10 parishes on Catholic Connect of 221 reported in this diocese — more are added over time.

About the Archdiocese of Chicago

The Archdiocese of Chicago comprises the Catholic parishes, schools, and ministries of its territory in Illinois, under the pastoral care of its bishop. Its 221 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 Chicago 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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