Council of Baltimore

The Council of Baltimore was a series of church meetings held in the early 19th century, primarily between 1829 and 1840, involving Catholic bishops in the United States. These gatherings aimed to address challenges faced by American Catholics, such as establishing parishes, schools, and seminaries, and improving religious education. The council helped organize church structures in the U.S., promoting unity and growth within the Catholic community amid a predominantly Protestant environment. It also dealt with issues like integrating immigrant populations and strengthening the church’s presence and influence across the nation.