Diocese of Araguaína

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Diocese: Diocese of Araguaína
Status:	Active
Rite:	Latin
Type:	Suffragan diocese
Ecclesiastical Province:	Province of Palmas
Metropolitan Archdiocese:	Archdiocese of Palmas
Country:	Brazil
Region:	Tocantins
Existence:	2019–
Chancery Address:	Rua 14 de Janeiro, 717, Bairro São João, Araguaína - TO, 77807-050, Brazil

The Diocese of Araguaína, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese in the northern region of Brazil. Established in the twenty-first century, it serves the Catholic faithful in parts of the state of Tocantins and forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Palmas. The diocese focuses on pastoral care, evangelization, and community support in a developing area of the Amazon region.

Establishment

The Diocese of Araguaína was established in 2019 by Pope Francis to serve the growing Catholic population in northern Tocantins.

History

The diocese was created by dividing territory from the Archdiocese of Palmas to better address pastoral needs in the region.

Geography

The diocese covers portions of northern Tocantins in Brazil.

Mother Church

The cathedral of the diocese is located in Araguaína.

Leadership

Current Bishop

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Auxiliary Bishops

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Past Bishops

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Theological and Cultural Orientation

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Statistics

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Religious Communities

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Parishes

Main article: List of parishes in Diocese of Araguaína

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The diocese includes parishes serving the local Catholic population.

Mission and Services

Catholic Education

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Community Outreach

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Notable Events or Figures

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Fun facts

Below are some fun facts about the Diocese of Araguaína:

Did you know? The Diocese of Araguaína was erected quite recently in 2019, reflecting the continued growth of the Catholic Church in Brazil's developing northern regions.

Surprise! The diocese serves communities in the Amazon-adjacent areas of Tocantins, highlighting the Church's presence in Brazil's interior frontier.

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External Links

• [Official website of the Diocese of Araguaína]