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'''Boston''' is a vibrant coastal city in eastern Massachusetts, United States, serving as the capital and largest populated place in the state and a major hub of the Archdiocese of Boston. With a population of approximately 639,411 as of 2025, it is renowned for its role in American independence and as a beacon of Catholic faith, particularly through waves of Irish immigrants who transformed it into a stronghold of the Church in New England. | '''Boston''' is a vibrant coastal city in eastern Massachusetts, United States, serving as the capital and largest populated place in the state and a major hub of the Archdiocese of Boston. With a population of approximately 639,411 as of 2025, it is renowned for its role in American independence and as a beacon of Catholic faith, particularly through waves of Irish immigrants who transformed it into a stronghold of the Church in New England. | ||
From its Puritan origins, Boston evolved into a diverse metropolis where the Catholic Church plays a central role, with about 29% of residents identifying as Catholic and numerous parishes fostering sacramental life and community outreach. Under the patronage of [[Saint Patrick]], the city embodies the Church's mission of evangelization amid historical challenges, including early anti-Catholic bias and modern secularism, while hosting iconic sites like the Cathedral of the Holy Cross that draw pilgrims and underscore its spiritual significance. | |||
== History == | == History == | ||