About San Rafael
San Rafael is a Catholic church located at 17252 Bernardo Center Drive, San Diego, CA, 92128. You can reach San Rafael at +18584874314.
Where is San Rafael located?
San Rafael is located at 17252 Bernardo Center Drive, San Diego, CA, 92128. The building sits at coordinates 33.02697, -117.07656, placing it in San Diego, CA 92128.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Jun 4, 2026.
What to expect at a service at San Rafael
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 churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Your Sunday at San Rafael
Questions and answers about San Rafael
- What denomination is San Rafael?
- This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
- Where is San Rafael located?
- San Rafael is located at 17252 Bernardo Center Drive, San Diego, CA, 92128.
Photographs of San Rafael
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