Archdiocese · Missouri

Archdiocese of Saint Louis

The Archdiocese of Saint Louis is a Catholic archdiocese in Missouri, made up of 178 parishes served by 526 priests, and home to about 507,600 Catholics (2023). It was established on 18 July 1826.

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Archdiocese of Saint Louis — Catholic diocese in Missouri

Archdiocese of Saint Louis by the numbers

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

Catholics
507,600
Total population
2,259,000
Percent Catholic
22.5%
Parishes
178
Total priests
526
Diocesan priests
277
Religious priests
249
Permanent deacons
283
Area
5,964 sq mi

Parishes in the Archdiocese of Saint Louis

196 parishes on Catholic Connect.

About the Archdiocese of Saint Louis

The Archdiocese of Saint Louis comprises the Catholic parishes, schools, and ministries of its territory in Missouri, under the pastoral care of its bishop. Its 178 parishes are where the life of the diocese happens — Sunday Mass, the sacraments, faith formation, and service to the community.

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