The Top 8 Small Towns For Catholics In The United States

About this video

• Video Title: The Top 8 Small Towns For Catholics In The United States
• Channel: Purely Catholic
• Speakers: None
• Duration: 00:08:32

Overview

This video explores eight small towns across the United States that are notable for their strong Catholic faith and culture. These towns, all with populations under 40,000, are highlighted for their historic shrines, Catholic schools, traditional parishes, and community events that celebrate and live out the Catholic faith.

Key takeaways

• Bethlehem, Connecticut: Known as "Christmas Town," it hosts a significant Christmas festival and has historical ties to Catholic education with the first Theological Seminary in the US and The Abbey of Regina Laudis.
• St. Augustine, Florida: The oldest continuously occupied European settlement in the US, founded by Spanish Catholics in 1565. It features the oldest parish in the US, the Cathedral Basilica, and the shrine of Our Lady of La Leche.
• New Ulm, Minnesota: With a strong German Catholic heritage, it's the seat of its own diocese and home to the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, known for its Baroque architecture.
• Front Royal, Virginia: Once called "Helltown," it now has a significant Catholic presence, including Christendom College, a Catholic liberal arts institution, and active parishes with traditional liturgies.
• Emmitsburg, Maryland: Home to the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, it also hosts Mount St. Mary's University and Seminary.
• St. Mary's, Kansas: This town is a hub for a traditionalist Catholic organization, the Society of St. Pius X, and features St. Mary's Academy and College, offering classical education.
• Steubenville, Ohio: Centered around Franciscan University, a renowned Catholic institution, the town is a vibrant hub for Catholic events, education, and ministry, and is the seat of the Diocese of Steubenville.
• Auria, Florida: Literally built for Catholics, this community founded in 2005 features Auria University, a parish church with unique architecture, and streets named after Catholic figures, emphasizing community involvement and Marian devotions.