The Catholic Diocese of Charleston comprises the entire state of South Carolina with Charleston as its See city. Founded in 1820, it is one of the oldest Catholic dioceses in the United States.
Bishop Guglielmone
The Most Rev. Robert E. Guglielmone was ordained and installed as the 13th Bishop of Charleston on March 25, 2009, in the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. His motto is "Walk Humbly With Your God".
Homily from Bishop Guglielmone's Anniversary Mass
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What's Happening in South Carolina

Year of Faith
Pope Benedict XVI has declared a "Year of Faith" for Oct. 11, 2012, to Nov. 24, 2013. Catholics are called to turn back to Jesus — enter into a deeper relationship with Him through the sacraments and study their faith.
Bishop's Annual Appeal
The BAA is a primary source of funding to help sustain and expand ministries in the parishes, missions, Catholic schools and agencies throughout the diocese.
Protecting God’s children
Protección la Niñez
A safe environment for children requires training for all church employees and volunteers with access to youths. Sessions are available in your area.
Pope Francis
Argentine Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected the 266th pope of the Universal Church on March 13. He took the name Francis. The world has its first Latin American pope, who is a Jesuit. May God bless him!