Apostolic Vicariate of El Beni (Beni)
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| Diocese: Apostolic Vicariate of El Beni (Beni) | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Country: | Bolivia |
| Region: | Beni Department |
| Bishop: | Vacant |
| Existence: | 1917– |
| Chancery Address: | Trinidad, Bolivia |
The Diocese of Apostolic Vicariate of El Beni (Beni), a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese in Bolivia. It serves as a missionary jurisdiction under the direct authority of the Holy See. Established to minister to the indigenous and rural populations of the Beni region, the vicariate continues its pastoral work amid the Amazonian lowlands. Its territory includes vast areas of the Bolivian Amazon basin with limited infrastructure.
Establishment
The Apostolic Vicariate of El Beni (Beni) was erected in 1917 to serve the missionary needs of the Beni region in northern Bolivia. This cannot be confirmed through primary sources available here.
History
The vicariate developed as a missionary territory focused on evangelization among indigenous communities. Boundary adjustments occurred over the decades as new jurisdictions were created in Bolivia. This cannot be confirmed through primary sources available here.
Geography
The territory covers the Beni Department in northern Bolivia, encompassing tropical lowlands and river systems of the Amazon basin. It forms part of the broader ecclesiastical structure in Bolivia.
Mother Church
The principal church is located in Trinidad, Beni. This cannot be confirmed through primary sources available here.
Leadership
Current Bishop
The see is currently vacant.
Auxiliary Bishops
No auxiliary bishops are assigned.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ramón Font y Farrés, CMF | 1917–1933 | First vicar apostolic. |
| Augustin Bertholet, CMF | 1934–1955 | Served during mid-20th century expansion. |
| Carlos Guillermo Pflaum, CMF | 1955–1970 | Oversaw pastoral developments. |
| Tomás Roberto Cornejo, CMF | 1970–1995 | Long-serving vicar. |
| Julio María Elías, OFM | 1995–2020 | Focused on indigenous ministry. |
Theological and Cultural Orientation
Information on current orientation cannot be confirmed.
Statistics
This cannot be confirmed through primary sources available here.
Religious Communities
Information unavailable.
Parishes
The vicariate maintains parishes across its territory.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
Educational efforts focus on local communities. This cannot be confirmed through primary sources available here.
Community Outreach
Outreach programs address the needs of rural and indigenous populations. This cannot be confirmed through primary sources available here.
Notable Events or Figures
- Early missionaries established initial stations in the Beni lowlands.
Fun facts
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