Welcome to the website of the Roman Catholic
Diocese of Palm Beach!
Compassionate Continuity
The apostles were all different. They were not supposed to be the same. But Jesus called them all to one mission... that is to serve the Lord as He has made you, just as He had each of the apostles. While the apostles remained as individuals, they were to be one in Christ.
Whether you are searching for information about the diocese, parishes, and schools or about the Roman Catholic Church, I hope our diocesan website will help you. The Diocese of Palm Beach comprises five counties in Southeastern Florida: Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, and Okeechobee. From Sebastian to Boca Raton and from Palm Beach to Pahokee, 241,100 Catholics of the Diocese of Palm Beach span the economic and cultural spectrum of the area and contribute to a vibrant faith experience in our 50 parishes, 3 missions, and 1 Hispanic Pastoral Center.
Whether you are a full-time resident, a part-time winter resident, or a tourist visiting our area, I pray that you will enjoy your time in the diocese, and as you tour our website. May Mary, Our Lady Queen of the Apostles, patroness of the diocese, guide us in the footsteps of her Son, Jesus Christ.
Sincerely Yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Gerald M. Barbarito
Bishop of Palm Beach
News & Notes
Since arriving in the United States and entering the seminary for the Diocese of Palm Beach in 2021, Father Jude Ogochukwu Okeke has made a lot of friends, and many of them were in attendance May 3, 2025, as he was ordained a priest for the diocese at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola.
Priest appointments made by Most Reverend Gerald M. Barbarito, Bishop of Palm Beach
Pope Leo XIV, in his first Mass as pope, said Christians must offer witness in a world that prefers power, pleasure and success to faith.
"Peace be with all of you!" - the first words of Pope Leo XIV. The Conclave has elected Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost as the 267th Bishop of Rome. The new pope was announced to the waiting crowds by Cardinal Protodeacon Dominique Mamberti.
