The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis is home to approximately 750,000 Catholics in the 12-county greater Twin Cities metropolitan area. The archdiocese is currently led by Archbishop Bernard Hebda, Archbishop of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.
LEADERSHIP
- Archbishop Bernard Hebda
- Bishop Michael Izen
- Bishop Kevin Kenney
- Very Reverend Michael Tix, Vicar General
- Bill Lentsch, Chief Operating Officer
Learn about past bishops.
ARCHDIOCESAN CATHOLIC CENTER
CONSULTATIVE BODIES
The Archbishop relies on consultative bodies – consisting of both clergy and lay Catholics – to assist him with the governance of the Archdiocese. These women and men generously give of their time and share their expertise in many areas. Learn more about the Archdiocese’s consultative bodies.
ABOUT THE ARCHDIOCESE
Established as a diocese in 1850 (originally Minnesota and the Dakotas), the Holy See elevated it to an archdiocese in 1888. Now, the archdiocese’s boundaries are the 12‐county greater Twin Cities metropolitan area. The archdiocese is home to 186 parishes and 90 Catholic schools.
Read our Archdiocesan history.
MISSION STATEMENT
Sent forth in the Holy Spirit to make Jesus known and loved.
PURPOSE STATEMENT OF THE ARCHDIOCESAN CATHOLIC CENTER
Assist the office of the Archbishop in his apostolic ministry and provide support to our ministerial partners, especially parishes and schools, to fulfill their mission.
CORE VALUES
The Archdiocesan Catholic Center has adopted these five core values as part of ongoing efforts to improve service to this Archdiocese: Christ-centered. Respect. Integrity. Stewardship. Service. Learn more.
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