Archdiocese of Goiânia
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| Diocese: Archdiocese of Goiânia | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Archdiocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Ecclesiastical Province of Goiânia |
| Suffragan Dioceses: | Diocese of Anápolis; Diocese of Goiás; Diocese of Itumbiara; Diocese of Jataí; Diocese of Rubiataba-Mozarlândia; Diocese of São Luís de Montes Belos |
| Country: | Brazil |
| Region: | Goiás |
| Bishop: | João Justino de Medeiros Silva |
| Website: | https://arquidiocesedegoiania.org.br/ |
| Existence: | 1956– |
| Chancery Address: | Praça Dom Emanuel, S/N - St. Central, Goiânia - GO, 74001-970, Brazil |
The Archdiocese of Goiânia, a metropolitan archdiocese of the Latin Rite, is an active archdiocese serving central Brazil. Established in 1956 by Pope Pius XII, it functions as the metropolitan see for the Ecclesiastical Province of Goiânia. Led by Archbishop João Justino de Medeiros Silva since 2021, the archdiocese ministers to a diverse Catholic population across urban and rural areas of Goiás state. Its cathedral and pastoral initiatives reflect the Church's enduring presence in the region.
Establishment
The Archdiocese of Goiânia was erected on 26 March 1956 by Pope Pius XII, carved from territory previously belonging to the Diocese of Goiás.
History
The see developed rapidly after its creation amid Brazil's mid-twentieth-century population growth in the interior. Its territory has remained stable since erection, serving as the metropolitan archdiocese for several suffragan dioceses in Goiás.
Geography
The archdiocese covers the central portion of Goiás state, including the capital city of Goiânia and surrounding municipalities.
Mother Church
The Cathedral of the Most Holy Savior in Goiânia serves as the mother church of the archdiocese.
Leadership
Current Bishop
Archbishop João Justino de Medeiros Silva has served as metropolitan archbishop since 2021.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fernando Gomes dos Santos | 1957–1985 | First archbishop; oversaw initial organization of the new see. |
| Antônio Ribeiro de Oliveira | 1985–2002 | Promoted vocations and pastoral renewal. |
| Washington Cruz, C.P. | 2002–2021 | Emphasized social outreach and evangelization. |
| João Justino de Medeiros Silva | 2021–present | Current archbishop. |
Statistics
The archdiocese encompasses a large area of central Goiás and serves thousands of registered Catholics through numerous parishes.
Religious Communities
Various religious institutes assist in parish ministry, education, and charitable works throughout the territory.
Parishes
The archdiocese is divided into pastoral regions and contains numerous parishes serving both urban and rural communities.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
Catholic schools operate under the direction of the archdiocese and religious congregations.
Community Outreach
Social service programs address the needs of the poor and marginalized in the region.
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