Our Geography

- The Diocese of Fresno is nestled in the Central part of the San Joaquin Valley and expands over 35,239 square miles and serves over 1 million Catholics. The Diocese is made up of 87 parishes and 21 Catholic schools which are within the counties of Fresno, Kern, Inyo, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Tulare and Kings.
  
  The diocesan pastoral center is located in Fresno and serves as the main hub for the diocese. Bishop Brennan’s pastoral center staff serves the diocese by guiding ministry throughout the Valley on their mission to Proclaim the Good News. In addition to the Parishes, Schools and the pastoral center, the diocese also encompasses the St. Anthony’s retreat center, the St. Teresita Youth retreat center, Catholic Charities and Catholic Cemeteries.