St. Thomas More USC
1610 Greene St, Columbia, SC 29201
About St. Thomas More USC
# St. Thomas More USC St. Thomas More USC operates a robust RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) program, reflecting its commitment to welcoming and forming those seeking to enter the Catholic faith. As a Catholic parish in Columbia, South Carolina, the church serves as a spiritual home for the university community and surrounding neighborhoods, drawing members who value both traditional Catholic practice and active engagement in parish life. The parish offers Mass regularly and provides comprehensive religious education through its CCD program for children and young people. St. Thomas More USC maintains an active Youth Ministry program and hosts a Knights of Columbus council, creating opportunities for men to deepen their faith and serve the community. The RCIA program guides adults through the process of becoming Catholic, offering formation and sacramental preparation. These ministries work together to support parishioners at various life stages and spiritual development levels. Located at 1610 Greene Street in Columbia, the parish is wheelchair accessible and provides parking for visitors and members. The church offers air conditioning and maintains a nursery during services. St. Thomas More USC streams its Masses online, allowing those unable to attend in person to participate in worship. The parish hosts coffee and fellowship opportunities, creating space for community building beyond the liturgy. The church maintains an active web presence at stthomasmoreusc.org, where parishioners can find additional information about Mass times and parish activities. With a Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 38 reviews, St. Thomas More USC demonstrates strong community satisfaction and participation.
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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 →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
★ 4.8 · 38 Google reviewsMatt Commons
★★★★★This was my old college church (USC ‘96) and I returned for Good Friday liturgy this year. Glad to see a very healthy crowd w lots of college kids. I see many traditional elements returning that were nowhere to be found …
Jonathan O'Konek
★★★★★A quaint and lovely church located in the middle of the University of South Carolina campus. I visited Columbia from Bismarck, North Dakota, for work and was pleased to have been able to attend mass at their 6pm service…
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does St. Thomas More USC hold services?
Where is St. Thomas More USC located?
1610 Greene St, Columbia, SC 29201
What denomination is St. Thomas More USC?
St. Thomas More USC is a Catholic church.
How do I contact St. Thomas More USC?
Call (803) 799-5870 or visit http://www.stthomasmoreusc.org/.
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Church Health Score
Based on Google rating, reviews, and online presence
Strong
This church scores 79/100 compared to other Catholic churches in Columbia.
Catholic Benchmarks
Hartford Seminary + ECFA national averages
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