About St. Thomas More · Chapel Hill, North Carolina
St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a vibrant parish community centered on the Eucharist and committed to living out the Gospel through faith, hope, and charity. It serves the local Catholic population and welcomes visitors with ministries for all ages, including youth, adults, and families. The parish is part of the Diocese of Raleigh and operates a school, offering sacramental formation and spiritual services in both English and Spanish. Its mission is to sustain God’s holy Church as a sacramental body that communicates truth and grace to the world.
- Patron
- St. Thomas More
- Diocese
- Diocese of Raleigh
Why belong here
Join a community that centers its life on the Eucharist and offers strong sacramental formation, active ministries for all ages, and a welcoming environment for both longtime parishioners and newcomers. From youth ministry to adult catechesis, from liturgical ministries to mental health support, St. Thomas More provides opportunities to grow in faith and serve others.
Mass times at St. Thomas More
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Wednesday: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the Church
- Saturday: 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM in the Church
- or by private appointment
Adoration times
- Tuesday: 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM on South Campus
- Wednesday: 12:45 PM to 4:45 PM in the Church
- Friday: 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM on South Campus
Our Mission
To sustain God’s holy Church – a community of faith, hope, and charity – as a sacramental body through which He communicates truth and grace to the world. We answer His call to strengthen our faith and relate it to all people.
Our Vision
Eucharistic Life. Our parish and school life are centered on the Source and Summit of our Catholic faith - the Eucharist. The sacraments nurture an eternal and loving relationship between us and God; the fruits of this relationship are borne out in our works, prayers, service, and faith.
Ministries
- Youth Ministry
- Adult Catechesis
- Liturgical Ministries
- Caring and Sharing
- Mental Health Ministry
- Respect Life Committee
- Parish Library
- Spiritual Direction