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Metropolitan see Częstochowa, Poland

Archdiocese of Częstochowa

Częstochovien(sis)

Latin Church

Latin Church archdiocese centered on Częstochowa, erected as a diocese in 1925 and elevated to a metropolitan archdiocese in 1992. Its territory includes the Jasna Góra sanctuary of the Black Madonna, and its suffragans are Radom and Sosnowiec.

On the map

Esri
The address the register holds for Cathedral Basilica of the Holy Family, Częstochowa, in Częstochowa, Poland.

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Established
1925
Catholics
686,686
Priests
819
Territory
6,925 km²

Parishes and churches

307 listed churches in our records. Open a parish for Mass times, confession, directions and sources where recorded.

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The bishop

Archbishop
Wacław Depo
Born
27 September 1953
Birthplace
Szydłowiec

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The cathedral

Cathedral Basilica of the Holy Family, Częstochowa stands in Częstochowa, the church that holds the cathedra from which this see takes its name.

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History

Poland's city of Częstochowa gives its name to the Archdiocese of Częstochowa (Latin: Archidioecesis Czestochoviensis), a Latin Church archdiocese of the Catholic Church located there.

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  • Krajowe Duszpasterstwo Prawników to host 47th National Pilgrimage of Lawyers on October 10, 2026

    Sep 28, 2026 · Catholic Life · 3 sources

  • Pope Leo XIV issues message for 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees

    Pope Leo XIV has released a message for the 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees, scheduled for Sunday, September 27, 2026. The theme, "Even just one of these children," focuses on the vulnerability of minors who are forced to leave their homes due to war, poverty, violence, and environmental disasters. The Pope notes that millions of children and adolescents are displaced annually and calls on the conscience of the faithful to recognize their unique stories and needs. The message serves as an invitation for parishes to celebrate the liturgy on Sunday with a focus on reflection and fraternity regarding migrants.

    Sep 24, 2026 · Life & Family · 4 sources

  • Archidiecezja Częstochowska announces initiatives for 200th anniversary of Żywy Różaniec

    The Archdiocese of Częstochowa has announced three programs to mark the 200th anniversary of the Living Rosary. Parishes can nominate individuals who have made significant contributions to the Living Rosary through a dedicated website and application. The archdiocese is also preparing for the third parish station of the jubilee during October. Parishes are encouraged to select one Sunday in October to hold a service of thanksgiving for the 200 years of the Living Rosary. Additionally, the archdiocese has released Rosary meditations for October services developed by Father Stanisław Szczepań, a liturgist and member of the Living Rosary board.

    Sep 22, 2026 · Dioceses

  • Tygodnik Katolicki „Niedziela” celebrates 100 years

    Sep 20, 2026 · Catholic Life

  • Bishop Guglielmo announces pastoral letter

    Sep 18, 2026 · Dioceses · 4 sources

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