Diocese of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne

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The Diocese of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese located in the Nippes Department of Haiti. Erected on 24 October 2008 by Pope Benedict XVI, it was formed from territory previously belonging to the Diocese of Les Cayes. As part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Port-au-Prince, the diocese serves a predominantly rural Catholic population across several arrondissements. Its establishment reflects the Church's response to pastoral needs in southwestern Haiti following periods of regional growth and reorganization. Stored in Cargo: Diocese of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne

Diocese: Diocese of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne
Status:Active
Rite:Latin
Type:Suffragan diocese
Ecclesiastical Province:Province of Port-au-Prince
Metropolitan Archdiocese:Archdiocese of Port-au-Prince
Country:Haiti
Region:Nippes
Bishop:Pierre-André Dumas
Existence:2008–
Predecessor Dioceses:Diocese of Les Cayes
Chancery Address:Rue Goin 1, B.P. 32062, Anse-à-Veau, Nippes, HT-7410, Haiti

Establishment

The Diocese of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne was established on 24 October 2008 by Pope Benedict XVI to better serve the Catholic faithful in the Nippes region of Haiti, carved from the existing Diocese of Les Cayes.

History

Early Years

The diocese began its operations shortly after erection, with its first bishop taking possession in 2008 amid efforts to strengthen local Church structures in rural Haiti.

Geography

The diocese covers the Nippes Department in southwestern Haiti, including the arrondissements of Anse-à-Veau, Miragoâne, and surrounding areas. It forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Port-au-Prince.

Mother Church

The pro-cathedral of Saint Anne in Anse-à-Veau serves as the mother church of the diocese.

Leadership

Current Bishop

Pierre-André Dumas has served as bishop since the diocese's erection in 2008. He previously served in other Haitian dioceses before his appointment.

Auxiliary Bishops

No auxiliary bishops are currently assigned.

Past Bishops

Name Tenure Notes
Pierre-André Dumas 2008–present First and current bishop; appointed at erection of the see.

Statistics

The diocese encompasses the full territory of the Nippes Department and serves the Catholic population within that region.

Religious Communities

Limited information is available on specific religious communities currently active in the diocese.

Parishes

The diocese comprises multiple parishes distributed across its territory.

Mission and Services

Catholic Education

The diocese supports Catholic schools in the region as part of its pastoral mission.

Community Outreach

Pastoral outreach includes support for local communities affected by natural and social challenges in Haiti.

Fun facts

Below are some fun facts about the Diocese of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne:


  • Did you know? The Diocese of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne was created in 2008, making it one of the youngest dioceses in Haiti and a sign of the Church's ongoing growth in the Nippes region.
  • Surprise! Its territory was taken from the older Diocese of Les Cayes, allowing more focused pastoral care for rural communities around the towns of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne.
  • Here's something cool: The pro-cathedral dedicated to Saint Anne stands as the central place of worship, linking the diocese to the long veneration of this grandmother of Jesus in Haitian Catholic life.
  • Wow moment: Bishop Pierre-André Dumas has led the diocese from its very beginning, guiding its development through challenging times in Haiti.

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