Archdiocese of Chapecó
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| Diocese: Archdiocese of Chapecó | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Archdiocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Province of Florianópolis |
| Metropolitan Archdiocese: | Archdiocese of Florianópolis |
| Country: | Brazil |
| Region: | Santa Catarina |
| Bishop: | João Aparecido Cairo |
| Website: | https://arquidiocesechapeco.com.br/ |
| Existence: | 1956– |
| Chancery Address: | 121 S, Av. Getúlio Dorneles Vargas - Centro, Chapecó - SC, Brazil |
The Diocese of Archdiocese of Chapecó, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese encompassing territory in the state of Santa Catarina in the Brazil. Founded in 1956 by Pope Pius XII, it forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Florianópolis and serves a Catholic population in a region of significant agricultural and industrial activity. The archdiocese maintains a focus on pastoral care amid rapid urbanization and rural communities.
Establishment
The Archdiocese of Chapecó was established on 13 April 1956 by Pope Pius XII to serve the growing Catholic population in western Santa Catarina, Brazil.
History
The territory was originally part of the Diocese of Lages before becoming a separate jurisdiction. It has undergone boundary adjustments to accommodate population growth in the region.
Geography
The archdiocese covers portions of western Santa Catarina, including areas around the city of Chapecó.
Mother Church
The Cathedral of St. Anthony in Chapecó serves as the mother church of the archdiocese.
Leadership
Current Bishop
João Aparecido Cairo has served as bishop since his appointment.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| José Gomes | 1956–1968 | First bishop; transferred to another see. |
| Pedro Antônio Marchetti Fedalto | 1969–1979 | Later became archbishop of Curitiba. |
| José Gomes | 1980–1994 | Returned as bishop. |
| Angelo Pignatelli | 1995–2003 | Retired. |
| Manoel João Francisco | 2004–2010 | Transferred to Garanhuns. |
| Nelson Francelino Ferreira | 2011–2019 | Transferred to another see. |
| João Aparecido Cairo | 2020–present | Current bishop. |
Statistics
The archdiocese serves registered Catholics across multiple parishes in its territory.
Religious Communities
Religious orders active in the archdiocese include various congregations engaged in education and pastoral work.
Parishes
The archdiocese comprises numerous parishes organized under deaneries.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
The archdiocese supports Catholic schools in the region.
Community Outreach
Programs include social services coordinated through local Catholic agencies.
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References
External Links
- [Official website of the Archdiocese of Chapecó]