St. John Neumann Catholic Church
Church, Columbia, SC 29223
About St. John Neumann Catholic Church
St. John Neumann Catholic Church has served the Columbia, South Carolina community since its founding, establishing itself as a center for Catholic worship and spiritual formation. Named after Saint John Neumann, the church embodies the Catholic faith's commitment to education, pastoral care, and service. The parish is known for maintaining traditional Catholic practices while fostering an active spiritual community that welcomes both longtime members and those new to the faith. The church operates a comprehensive array of programs designed to serve parishioners of all ages and spiritual backgrounds. Sunday Mass remains the cornerstone of parish life, while the RCIA program guides adults seeking to enter the Catholic Church or complete their initiation. CCD Religious Education provides faith formation for children, and the Knights of Columbus fraternal organization offers fellowship and charitable works for men in the parish. A dedicated Youth Ministry program engages younger members, and a nursery is available during services for families with infants. Located in Columbia, St. John Neumann Catholic Church holds Wednesday services from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and offers Sunday Mass to the parish community. The facility is fully wheelchair accessible and air-conditioned, with ample parking available for visitors. For those unable to attend in person, the church provides live-streamed services. Coffee and fellowship time encourages community connection following services. Additional information about Mass schedules, programs, and parish news is available on the church's website at http://www.stjohnneumannsc.org. The church maintains a strong reputation, reflected in its 4.7 out of 5 rating from parishioner reviews.
About Catholic Churches
The Catholic Church is the world's oldest and largest Christian institution, tracing its leadership through an unbroken line of popes back to the Apostle Peter. The Mass — the central act of Catholic worship — follows a liturgical calendar and culminates in the Eucharist, which Catholics believe is the real presence of Christ. Catholic life is shaped by seven sacraments: Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. Parishes typically offer multiple Sunday Masses, daily Mass, confession hours, and robust faith formation programs. The Church's social teaching on human dignity, care for the poor, and the common good is expressed through extensive charitable and educational ministries worldwide.
Plan Your Visit
Get directions →First service starts at Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM — plan to arrive 10 minutes early
On-site parking is available — no need to hunt for street parking
Children's ministry and nursery run during all services — kids are welcome
Fully wheelchair accessible — contact the church for specific accessibility needs
Can't make it in person? Services are live streamed online
Dress code is casual — come as you are
Check the website for any schedule changes before your visit
Member Reviews
★ 4.7 · 80 Google reviewsTina Russell
★★★★★Went here for a funeral and it was beautiful. The building is gorgeous and everyone was equally as pleasant. Angel made me feel welcome in a hard time for my friend. And the psalmist was delightful. Not sure of the pri…
Sandra Raucci
★★★★★We are so sorry to be leaving this wonderful Parish after eight years here. Unfortunately we have had to move near relatives in GA during our latter years. We will miss Fr. Sandy and all the good people in this Church an…
Sermons Online
St. John Neumann Catholic Church publishes sermons on YouTube
Service Times
🕐 Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Programs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does St. John Neumann Catholic Church hold services?
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Where is St. John Neumann Catholic Church located?
Church, Columbia, SC 29223
What denomination is St. John Neumann Catholic Church?
St. John Neumann Catholic Church is a Catholic church.
How do I contact St. John Neumann Catholic Church?
Call (803) 788-0811 or visit http://www.stjohnneumannsc.com/.
What is St. John Neumann Catholic Church known for?
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Church Health Score
Based on Google rating, reviews, and online presence
Strong
This church scores 81/100 compared to other Catholic churches in Columbia.
Catholic Benchmarks
Hartford Seminary + ECFA national averages