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The '''Diocese of Raleigh''', a [[suffragan diocese]] of the [[Latin Rite]], is an active diocese encompassing the eastern 54 counties of [[North Carolina]] in the [[United States]]. Founded in 1924 by [[Pope Pius XI]], it is led by Bishop Luis Rafael Zarama as of 2017. As part of the [[Province of Atlanta]], the diocese serves a diverse Catholic community in a rapidly growing region, with 80 parishes and 29 missions. A notable aspect is its annual Eucharistic Congress, which drew over 4,000 participants in 2024, highlighting its vibrant role in promoting Catholic faith in the Southeast.
The '''Diocese of Raleigh''', a [[suffragan diocese]] of the [[Latin Rite]], is an active diocese encompassing the eastern 54 counties of [[North Carolina]] in the [[United States]]. Founded in 1924 by [[Pope Pius XI]], it is led by Bishop Luis R. Zarama as of 2017. As part of the [[Province of Atlanta]], the diocese serves a diverse Catholic community of over 230,000 across 79 parishes and 29 missions. A notable aspect is its annual Eucharistic Congress, which drew over 3,000 participants in 2024, fostering vibrant faith in a growing region.


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  |Country=[[United States]]
  |Type=Diocese
  |AdministrativeSubdivision=[[North Carolina]]
  |Country=United States
  |Bishop=Luis Rafael Zarama
  |AdministrativeSubdivision=North Carolina
  |Bishop=Luis R. Zarama
  |Website=https://dioceseofraleigh.org
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  |PredecessorDiocese=
  |SuccessorDiocese=
  |SuccessorDiocese=[[Diocese of Charlotte]]
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  |Status=Active
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==Establishment==
==Establishment==
The Diocese of Raleigh was established on December 12, 1924, by [[Pope Pius XI]] to serve the growing Catholic population in eastern [[North Carolina]], initially covering the entire state. It was created as a missionary diocese to address the spiritual needs of Catholics in a predominantly Protestant region, without a direct predecessor diocese.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/about/history |title=History |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
The Diocese of Raleigh was established on December 3, 1924, by [[Pope Pius XI]], encompassing the entire state of [[North Carolina]] to serve the growing Catholic population, particularly immigrants and missionaries in a Protestant-majority area. It was created as a direct diocese without a predecessor, initially under the administration of the [[Archdiocese of Baltimore]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/about/history |title=History |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>


==History==
==History==
===Early Years===
===Early Years===
Founded in 1924 under Bishop William J. Hafey, the diocese initially encompassed all of [[North Carolina]]. The establishment of the [[Diocese of Charlotte]] in 1972 reduced its territory to the eastern 54 counties, focusing on urban centers like [[Raleigh, North Carolina|Raleigh]] and coastal areas.<ref name="catholic-hierarchy">{{cite web |url=https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/diocese/drale.html |title=Diocese of Raleigh |website=Catholic-Hierarchy.org |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
Founded in 1924 under Bishop William J. Hafey, the diocese initially served a small Catholic population across [[North Carolina]]. Hafey focused on building parishes and schools in a region with limited Catholic presence.<ref name="catholic-hierarchy">{{cite web |url=https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/diocese/drale.html |title=Diocese of Raleigh |website=Catholic-Hierarchy.org |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>


===Modern Era===
===Modern Era===
The diocese experienced significant growth in the late 20th and 21st centuries due to migration and economic development in the Research Triangle area. The construction of the [[Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral (Raleigh)|Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral]], dedicated in 2017, marked a key milestone in its expansion and visibility.<ref name="diocese-history">{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/about/history |title=History |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
In 1972, the creation of the [[Diocese of Charlotte]] reduced Raleigh’s territory to 54 eastern counties. The diocese has since grown due to migration and economic development, particularly in the Research Triangle, reaching over 230,000 Catholics by 2025.<ref name="diocese-history">{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/about/history |title=History |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>


==Geography==
==Geography==
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* [[Harnett County, North Carolina|Harnett County]]
* [[Harnett County, North Carolina|Harnett County]]
* [[Hertford County, North Carolina|Hertford County]]
* [[Hertford County, North Carolina|Hertford County]]
* [[Hoke County, North Carolina|Hoke County]]
* [[Hyde County, North Carolina|Hyde County]]
* [[Hyde County, North Carolina|Hyde County]]
* [[Johnston County, North Carolina|Johnston County]]
* [[Johnston County, North Carolina|Johnston County]]
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* [[Lenoir County, North Carolina|Lenoir County]]
* [[Lenoir County, North Carolina|Lenoir County]]
* [[Martin County, North Carolina|Martin County]]
* [[Martin County, North Carolina|Martin County]]
* [[Moore County, North Carolina|Moore County]]
* [[Nash County, North Carolina|Nash County]]
* [[Nash County, North Carolina|Nash County]]
* [[New Hanover County, North Carolina|New Hanover County]]
* [[New Hanover County, North Carolina|New Hanover County]]
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* [[Wayne County, North Carolina|Wayne County]]
* [[Wayne County, North Carolina|Wayne County]]
* [[Wilson County, North Carolina|Wilson County]]
* [[Wilson County, North Carolina|Wilson County]]
It is part of the [[Province of Atlanta]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/parishes |title=Parish Directory |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
It is part of the [[Province of Atlanta]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/parishes |title=Parish Directory |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>


==Mother Church==
==Mother Church==
[[Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral (Raleigh)|Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral]] in [[Raleigh, North Carolina|Raleigh]], a modern [[Romanesque Revival architecture|Romanesque Revival]] structure dedicated in 2017, serves as the diocese’s mother church. It is a significant spiritual and architectural landmark for the diocese.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.holynamecathedralnc.org/history |title=Cathedral History |website=Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
[[Sacred Heart Cathedral (Raleigh)|Sacred Heart Cathedral]] in [[Raleigh, North Carolina|Raleigh]], a [[Gothic Revival architecture|Gothic Revival]] structure completed in 1924, serves as the diocese’s mother church. It is a historic landmark hosting major diocesan liturgies.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://sacredheartcathedral.org/history |title=Cathedral History |website=Sacred Heart Cathedral |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>


==Leadership==
==Leadership==
===Current Bishop===
===Current Bishop===
Luis Rafael Zarama has served as bishop since August 29, 2017. A Colombian-born priest, he focuses on evangelization and multicultural ministry.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/bishop-zarama |title=Bishop Luis Rafael Zarama |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
Luis R. Zarama has served as bishop since August 29, 2017. A Colombian-born priest, he emphasizes evangelization and Hispanic ministry.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/bishop-zarama |title=Bishop Luis R. Zarama |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>


===Auxiliary Bishops===
===Auxiliary Bishops===
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| William J. Hafey
| William J. Hafey
| 1925–1937
| 1925–1937
| First bishop; oversaw early growth; transferred to [[Diocese of Scranton]].
| First bishop; established diocese; transferred to [[Diocese of Scranton]].
|-
|-
| Eugene J. McGuinness
| Eugene J. McGuinness
| 1937–1944
| 1937–1944
| Promoted education; transferred to [[Diocese of Oklahoma City-Tulsa]].
| Transferred to [[Diocese of Oklahoma City-Tulsa]].
|-
|-
| Vincent S. Waters
| Vincent S. Waters
| 1945–1974
| 1945–1974
| Led during post-WWII expansion; died in office.
| Oversaw growth; died in office.
|-
|-
| F. Joseph Gossman
| F. Joseph Gossman
| 1975–2006
| 1975–2006
| Oversaw population growth; retired.
| Retired.
|-
|-
| Michael F. Burbidge
| Michael F. Burbidge
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==Theological and Cultural Orientation==
==Theological and Cultural Orientation==
The Diocese of Raleigh maintains a balanced approach (rating: 3.2). It offers occasional [[Latin Mass]]es in select parishes (rating: 3), promotes both traditional teachings like pro-life advocacy and progressive outreach such as immigration support (rating: 3), and is led by Bishop Zarama, who emphasizes inclusivity and evangelization (rating: 3.5).<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/about |title=About the Diocese |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
The Diocese of Raleigh maintains a balanced approach (rating: 3.2). It offers [[Latin Mass]]es monthly in select parishes (rating: 3), balances traditional teachings like pro-life advocacy with social justice outreach such as immigration and poverty programs (rating: 3), and is led by Bishop Zarama, who promotes evangelization with a neutral stance (rating: 3.5).<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/about |title=About the Diocese |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>


==Statistics==
==Statistics==
The diocese covers 32,238 square miles (83,496 km²), serves approximately 250,000 registered Catholics across 80 parishes and 29 missions, and has a total population of about 5,600,000.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/about/statistics |title=Diocesan Statistics |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
The diocese covers 32,182 square miles (83,351 km²), serves approximately 230,000 registered Catholics across 79 parishes and 29 missions, and has a total population of about 4,600,000.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/about/statistics |title=Diocesan Statistics |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>


==Religious Communities==
==Religious Communities==
===Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia===
The [[Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia]] operate schools and catechetical programs. Address: 100 Europa Dr, [[Chapel Hill, North Carolina|Chapel Hill]], NC 27517.<ref name="religious-communities">{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/religious-communities |title=Religious Communities |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://nashvilledominican.org |title=Home |website=Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>
===Jesuits===
===Jesuits===
The [[Jesuits]] operate schools and support parish ministries in the diocese. Address: 1104 Kenan St, [[Raleigh, North Carolina|Raleigh]], NC 27608. [https://jesuits.org Jesuits]<ref name="religious-communities">{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/religious-communities |title=Religious Communities |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
The [[Jesuits]] support parish ministries and educational initiatives. Address: 808 Spring Forest Rd, [[Raleigh, North Carolina|Raleigh]], NC 27609.<ref name="religious-communities" /><ref>{{cite web |url=https://jesuits.org |title=Home |website=Jesuits |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>
 
===Sisters of St. Joseph===
The [[Sisters of St. Joseph]] manage educational and outreach programs. Address: 1300 Western Blvd, [[Raleigh, North Carolina|Raleigh]], NC 27606. [https://csjoseph.org Sisters of St. Joseph]<ref name="religious-communities" />


==Parishes==
==Parishes==
{{Main|List of parishes in Diocese of Raleigh}}
{{Main|List of parishes in Diocese of Raleigh}}
{{Diocese map|Diocese=Diocese of Raleigh|Where=Raleigh}}
{{Diocese map|Diocese=Diocese of Raleigh|Where=Raleigh}}
The Diocese of Raleigh serves 80 parishes and 29 missions across 8 deaneries, covering eastern [[North Carolina]]. It includes culturally diverse parishes with Spanish and Vietnamese-language Masses.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/parishes |title=Parish Directory |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
The Diocese of Raleigh serves 79 parishes and 29 missions across 8 deaneries, covering eastern [[North Carolina]]. It includes diverse parishes with Spanish, Vietnamese, and Korean-language Masses.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/parishes |title=Parish Directory |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>


==Mission and Services==
==Mission and Services==
===Catholic Education===
===Catholic Education===
The diocese manages 19 schools:
The diocese manages 20 schools:
{| class="wikitable sortable"
{| class="wikitable sortable"
! School Name
! School Name
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| Elementary
| Elementary
| [https://www.annunciationcatholicnc.org Annunciation]
| [https://www.annunciationcatholicnc.org Annunciation]
|-
| Cardinal Gibbons High School
| [[Raleigh, North Carolina|Raleigh]]
| High School
| [https://www.cghsnc.org Cardinal Gibbons]
|-
|-
| Cathedral School
| Cathedral School
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| [https://www.cathedralschool.net Cathedral School]
| [https://www.cathedralschool.net Cathedral School]
|-
|-
| Immaculata Catholic School
| Immaculate Conception Catholic School
| [[Durham, North Carolina|Durham]]
| [[Durham, North Carolina|Durham]]
| Elementary
| Elementary
| [https://www.immaculatacatholicschool.org Immaculata]
| [https://www.icdurham.org Immaculate Conception]
|-
|-
| Immaculate Conception Catholic School
| Immaculata Catholic School
| [[Clinton, North Carolina|Clinton]]
| [[Durham, North Carolina|Durham]]
| Elementary
| Elementary
| [https://www.iccsnc.org Immaculate Conception]
| [https://www.immaculataschool.org Immaculata]
|-
|-
| Infant of Prague Catholic School
| Infant of Prague Catholic School
| [[Jacksonville, North Carolina|Jacksonville]]
| [[Jacksonville, North Carolina|Jacksonville]]
| Elementary
| Elementary
| [https://www.infantofprague.org Infant of Prague]
| [https://www.iopcs.org Infant of Prague]
|-
| Our Lady of Grace Catholic School
| [[Greensboro, North Carolina|Greensboro]]
| Elementary
| [https://www.olgknights.org Our Lady of Grace]
|-
|-
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School
| [[Raleigh, North Carolina|Raleigh]]
| [[Raleigh, North Carolina|Raleigh]]
| Elementary
| Elementary
| [https://www.olls.org Our Lady of Lourdes]
| [https://www.ollschool.org Our Lady of Lourdes]
|-
|-
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
| [[Rocky Mount, North Carolina|Rocky Mount]]
| [[Rocky Mount, North Carolina|Rocky Mount]]
| Elementary
| Elementary
| [https://www.olphrm.com Our Lady of Perpetual Help]
| [https://www.olphrmschool.org Our Lady of Perpetual Help]
|-
| Sacred Heart Cathedral School
| [[Raleigh, North Carolina|Raleigh]]
| Elementary
| [https://www.shcschool.org Sacred Heart]
|-
|-
| St. Ann Catholic School
| St. Ann Catholic School
| [[Fayetteville, North Carolina|Fayetteville]]
| [[Fayetteville, North Carolina|Fayetteville]]
| Elementary
| Elementary
| [https://www.stanncatholic.org St. Ann]
| [https://www.stanncatholicschool.org St. Ann]
|-
|-
| St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School
| St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School
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| [https://www.stegbert.org St. Egbert]
| [https://www.stegbert.org St. Egbert]
|-
|-
| St. Mark Catholic School
| St. Joseph Catholic School
| [[Wilmington, North Carolina|Wilmington]]
| [[Fayetteville, North Carolina|Fayetteville]]
| Elementary
| [https://www.stjosephcs.org St. Joseph]
|-
| St. Mary Catholic School
| [[Goldsboro, North Carolina|Goldsboro]]
| Elementary
| Elementary
| [https://www.stmarkcatholicschool.net St. Mark]
| [https://www.stmarygoldsboro.org St. Mary]
|-
|-
| St. Mary Catholic School
| St. Mary Catholic School
| [[Wilmington, North Carolina|Wilmington]]
| [[Wilmington, North Carolina|Wilmington]]
| Elementary
| Elementary
| [https://www.stmarycatholicschool.org St. Mary]
| [https://www.stmarycs.org St. Mary]
|-
|-
| St. Michael the Archangel Catholic School
| St. Michael the Archangel Catholic School
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| [[Fayetteville, North Carolina|Fayetteville]]
| [[Fayetteville, North Carolina|Fayetteville]]
| Elementary
| Elementary
| [https://www.stpatnc.org St. Patrick]
| [https://www.stpatrickcatholicschool.org St. Patrick]
|-
| St. Paul Catholic School
| [[New Bern, North Carolina|New Bern]]
| Elementary
| [https://www.stpaulcs.org St. Paul]
|-
|-
| St. Peter Catholic School
| St. Peter Catholic School
| [[Greenville, North Carolina|Greenville]]
| [[Greenville, North Carolina|Greenville]]
| Elementary
| Elementary
| [https://www.stpetercatholic.org St. Peter]
| [https://www.stpetercatholicschool.org St. Peter]
|-
| Cardinal Gibbons High School
| [[Raleigh, North Carolina|Raleigh]]
| High School
| [https://www.cghsnc.org Cardinal Gibbons]
|-
| John Paul II Catholic High School
| [[Greenville, North Carolina|Greenville]]
| High School
| [https://www.jp2highschool.org John Paul II]
|-
|-
| St. Thomas More Academy
| St. Thomas More Academy
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| High School
| High School
| [https://www.stmacademy.org St. Thomas More]
| [https://www.stmacademy.org St. Thomas More]
|}<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/schools |title=School Directory |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
|}<ref>{{cite web |url=https://dioceseofraleigh.org/schools |title=School Directory |website=Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>


===Community Outreach===
===Community Outreach===
[[Catholic Charities]] of the Diocese of Raleigh provides food assistance, refugee resettlement, and disaster relief, serving over 30,000 people annually.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.catholiccharitiesraleigh.org |title=Our Services |website=Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
[[Catholic Charities]] of the Diocese of Raleigh provides immigration services, disaster relief, and food assistance, serving over 30,000 people annually.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://catholiccharitiesraleigh.org |title=Our Services |website=Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>


==Notable Events or Figures==
==Notable Events or Figures==
In 2024, the diocese’s Eucharistic Congress drew over 4,000 attendees, fostering devotion to the Eucharist. Bishop Vincent S. Waters, who served from 1945 to 1974, was instrumental in expanding the diocese during a period of significant growth.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.nc-catholic.org/2024-eucharistic-congress |title=2024 Eucharistic Congress |website=NC Catholic |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
* In 2024, the diocese’s Eucharistic Congress, held in [[Raleigh, North Carolina|Raleigh]], drew over 3,000 participants, emphasizing Eucharistic devotion.
* Bishop Vincent S. Waters, who served from 1945 to 1974, significantly expanded the diocese’s infrastructure during a period of growth.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.ncrcatholic.org/2024-eucharistic-congress |title=2024 Eucharistic Congress |website=North Carolina Catholic |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref>


==References==
==References==
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==External Links==
==External Links==
* [https://dioceseofraleigh.org Official website]
* [https://dioceseofraleigh.org Official website]
* [https://www.nc-catholic.org NC Catholic]
* [https://www.ncrcatholic.org North Carolina Catholic]
* [https://www.holynamecathedralnc.org Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral]
* [https://sacredheartcathedral.org Sacred Heart Cathedral]
* [https://www.catholiccharitiesraleigh.org Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh]
* [https://catholiccharitiesraleigh.org Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh]


[[Category:Catholic dioceses in the United States]]
[[Category:Catholic dioceses in the United States]]
[[Category:Dioceses established in 1924]]
[[Category:Dioceses established in 1924]]
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