Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist

About this church

The Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist is a Roman Catholic parish and cathedral in downtown Charleston, with a worship life shaped by daily Mass, weekend liturgy, sacred music, confession, formation, and diocesan events. Its history page explains the cathedral’s development and place in the city, while parish ministries include youth formation, study, charitable service, and opportunities to participate in the liturgy.

Weekend Mass is celebrated Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9:00 and 11:15 a.m. The 9:00 gathering is identified as the Family Mass, and the 11:15 as Solemn Mass with the Cathedral Choir. Weekday Mass begins Monday through Friday at 12:05 p.m. Most civil holidays use a 9:00 a.m. Mass instead, with no confessions, so the bulletin should be checked for holiday weekends. The youth group brings Catholic young people together for prayer, friendship, and scheduled social events; its page directs families to the bulletin because activities change weekly. Visitors should likewise consult the current parish calendar for confession hours, holy days, and special cathedral liturgies rather than assuming the ordinary schedule applies. The Broad Street location is historic and central, making advance planning for downtown parking sensible even though the public schedule page does not promise a dedicated guest lot.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 25, 2026. Sources: Official cathedral homepage and weekend Mass schedule · Complete recurring Mass and holiday guidance · Cathedral history and Charleston context · Youth prayer, fellowship, and current-event guidance

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