Catholic cathedral · SD · est. 1962 · Verified 16 days ago

Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church

520 CATHEDRAL DRIVE, Rapid City, SD 57701
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4.7 · 160 Google reviews

About Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church


Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church is a Catholic cathedral in Rapid City, South Dakota located at 520 Cathedral Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701. Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church was founded in 1962. As of April 2026, Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church holds a 4.7-star rating across 160 Google reviews. The building at Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church seats 1,000. The Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church parish office answers at (605) 342-0507.

The Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help is a Roman Catholic Church located in Rapid City, SD. Our mission is to provide the opportunity for all to Encounter Christ, and then serve Christ in others. Through prayer, worship, and community we desire for all to come and know of the great love of Jesus Christ."

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Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Rapid City, South Dakota)

The Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help is a Catholic cathedral and parish church located in Rapid City, South Dakota, United States. Completed in 1962, it serves as the third cathedral of the Diocese of Rapid City.

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When does Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church hold services?


Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 6 AM–10 PM, Thursday 6 AM–10 PM, Friday 6 AM–10 PM, Saturday 6 AM–10 PM, Sunday 6 AM–10 PM, Monday 6 AM–10 PM, Tuesday 6 AM–10 PM. All times are local to Rapid City, SD.

Wednesday
6 AM–10 PM
Thursday
6 AM–10 PM
Friday
6 AM–10 PM
Saturday
6 AM–10 PM
Sunday
6 AM–10 PM
Monday
6 AM–10 PM
Tuesday
6 AM–10 PM

Where is Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church located?


Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church is located at 520 Cathedral Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701. The building sits at coordinates 44.05987, -103.22778, placing it in Rapid City, SD 57701.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

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The neighborhood around Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church


The ZIP code 57701 area around Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church is home to 45,046 residents with a median household income of $52,255 and a median age of 37.2 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

45,046 Residents in ZIP 57701
37.2 Median age
$52,255 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church


Roman Catholic parishes follow a structured liturgy called the Mass, celebrated worldwide in the same order.

  • Mass lasts about an hour and includes Scripture readings, a homily, hymns, and Holy Communion.
  • Visitors are welcome. Only baptized Catholics in good standing receive Communion; others come forward with arms crossed for a blessing.
  • Dress is modest but not formal — business casual is typical for Sunday Mass.

Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Wednesday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

Churches sharing the architectural tradition of Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church


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Churches founded the same year as Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church


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Your Sunday at Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church


Service window 6 AM–10 PM
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Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church by the numbers


64 Years of continuous worship since 1962
1,000 Seats in the main sanctuary
107′ Published height
160 Google reviews to date
modern architecture Architectural tradition

Questions and answers about Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church


What denomination is Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church?
This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
What are the service times at Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church?
Published hours: Wednesday 6 AM–10 PM, Thursday 6 AM–10 PM, Friday 6 AM–10 PM, Saturday 6 AM–10 PM, Sunday 6 AM–10 PM, Monday 6 AM–10 PM, Tuesday 6 AM–10 PM
What is the phone number for Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church?
You can reach the parish at (605) 342-0507.
Where is Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church located?
The parish is located at 520 Cathedral Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701.
When was Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church founded?
Founded in 1962.
How do visitors rate Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church?
4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 160 Google reviews.
How large is Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church?
The building seats 1,000.
What is the architecture of Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church?
Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church is a Modern architecture building.

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