Diocese of Ciudad Quesada
The Diocese of Ciudad Quesada, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese in Costa Rica. Established in 2005, it serves the northern region of the country as part of the Ecclesiastical Province of San José. The diocese ministers to a growing Catholic population through parishes, schools, and outreach programs in a predominantly rural area. Stored in Cargo: Diocese of Ciudad Quesada
| Diocese: Diocese of Ciudad Quesada | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Suffragan diocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Province of San José |
| Metropolitan Archdiocese: | Archdiocese of San José de Costa Rica |
| Country: | Costa Rica |
| Region: | Alajuela Province |
| Existence: | 2005– |
Establishment
The Diocese of Ciudad Quesada was established on 16 July 2005 by Pope John Paul II to serve the growing Catholic population in northern Costa Rica, carved from territory previously under the Archdiocese of San José de Costa Rica.
History
Early Years
The diocese began its ministry in 2005 amid the expansion of the Catholic Church in Costa Rica's northern provinces. Its territory includes areas historically served by missionary efforts in the region.
Geography
The diocese covers parts of northern Costa Rica, primarily within Alajuela Province. It forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of San José.
Mother Church
The mother church is the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary in Ciudad Quesada.
Leadership
Current Bishop
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Auxiliary Bishops
No auxiliary bishops are documented.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ángel San Casimiro Fernández, OAR | 2005–2015 | First Bishop of Ciudad Quesada; transferred to another see. |
According to established Catholic records.
Statistics
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Religious Communities
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Parishes
The diocese comprises multiple parishes across its territory.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
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Community Outreach
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Notable Events or Figures
- The diocese was erected in 2005 to address pastoral needs in northern Costa Rica.
Fun facts
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References
External Links
- [Official diocesan resources via the Archdiocese of San José de Costa Rica]