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Archdiocese of New Orleans

The Archdiocese of New Orleans is a Catholic archdiocese in Louisiana, made up of 112 parishes served by 290 priests, and home to about 514,847 Catholics (2023). It was established on 25 April 1793.

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Archdiocese of New Orleans — Catholic diocese in Louisiana
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Archdiocese of New Orleans by the numbers

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

Catholics
514,847
Total population
1,287,117
Percent Catholic
40%
Parishes
112
Total priests
290
Diocesan priests
193
Religious priests
97
Permanent deacons
221
Area
4,209 sq mi

Parishes in the Archdiocese of New Orleans

128 parishes on Catholic Connect.

About the Archdiocese of New Orleans

The Archdiocese of New Orleans comprises the Catholic parishes, schools, and ministries of its territory in Louisiana, under the pastoral care of its bishop. Its 112 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 New Orleans 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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