Discover Catholic America … one great city at a time!
Our Mission & Vision
Our mission is to help local Catholics, visitors, pilgrims, families, and non-Catholics discover and rediscover the richness of the Catholic faith through our great American cities.
We envision a society that readily recognizes, respects, and embraces Catholic cultural influences, and is consequently drawn to Jesus Christ. To accomplish this, we identify each city or region’s uniqueness, celebrating and elevating its Catholic story.
We Welcome Your Input
Let us know about the Catholic aspects of your city, including the hidden gems we may not have discovered. We welcome your suggestions, photos, and support. Contact us.
If your organization’s mission aligns with ours and you’d like to partner with us or sponsor our Discover Catholic guides, contact us.
Discover Catholic Guides
The unique and rich Catholic heritage of America’s most popular cities is often unknown. Each elaborately designed Discover Catholic city guide includes colorful photos and short descriptions of [read more].
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discover Catholic?
Discover Catholic is dedicated to introducing Catholics and non-Catholics alike to the Church’s rich history and contributions to some of America’s greatest cities. Discover Catholic city guides focus on the beautiful churches and shrines, historic figures, and hidden gems found across the United States.
We celebrate the Church’s immeasurable good that helped shape the country’s founding. The Catholic Church in America is a great story that needs to be told, and we’re telling it through the lens of individual cities to make it impactful for residents and travelers.
In what cities can Discover Catholic city guides be found?
The first five city guides published are Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York and Philadelphia. We’ll prioritize the release of the next group of Discover Catholic city guides based in part on popular demand, so visit our website and let us know which city you’d like us to showcase.
How do you determine which locations to feature?
While there are many cities with substantial Catholic history, we chose to begin with five of the largest and oldest cities in the U.S.
How can I get a Discover Catholic guide?
If you live in or visit an existing Discover Catholic city, you may find copies at your local parish, visitor bureaus, highway rest stops, or other locations. You can also contact us to get a complimentary copy. You simply pay for shipping.
Who created the initiative?
Discover Catholic was established by Matthew Pinto, founder of Ascension Press and The Genesis Group, and co-founder of the Theology of the Body Institute and Catholic Exchange.com. For more than three decades, Matt has been at the forefront of Catholic lay initiatives. He is the author of 10 books on aspects of the Catholic faith. Read about the Discover Catholic Team.