Diocese of Danlí
The Diocese of Danlí, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese in the Republic of Honduras. Erected on 2 February 2017 by Pope Francis, it serves the faithful in the eastern region of the country as part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Tegucigalpa. The diocese is led by its first and current bishop, José Antonio Canales Motiño, and focuses on pastoral care in a predominantly rural area with growing Catholic communities. Its establishment reflects the Church's response to expanding evangelization needs in Honduras. Stored in Cargo: Diocese of Danlí
| Diocese: Diocese of Danlí | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Suffragan diocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Province of Tegucigalpa |
| Metropolitan Archdiocese: | Archdiocese of Tegucigalpa |
| Country: | Honduras |
| Region: | El Paraíso |
| Bishop: | José Antonio Canales Motiño |
| Existence: | 2017– |
Establishment
The Diocese of Danlí was established on 2 February 2017 by Pope Francis to serve the growing Catholic population in eastern Honduras.
History
The diocese was created by dividing territory from the Archdiocese of Tegucigalpa. Its short history centers on initial organization and the appointment of its founding bishop.
Geography
The diocese covers the department of El Paraíso in eastern Honduras. It forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Tegucigalpa.
Mother Church
The principal church of the diocese is located in Danlí.
Leadership
Current Bishop
José Antonio Canales Motiño has served since 2017. He was appointed as the first bishop upon the diocese's erection.
Auxiliary Bishops
None.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| José Antonio Canales Motiño | 2017–present | First and current Bishop of Danlí. |
Theological and Cultural Orientation
Information on specific leanings is limited due to the diocese's recent establishment.
Statistics
Data on area, Catholic population, and parishes remain limited in public records following the 2017 erection.
Religious Communities
Limited information is available on active religious communities.
Parishes
The diocese comprises parishes serving the faithful in El Paraíso department.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
Educational institutions are in development.
Community Outreach
Pastoral outreach focuses on rural communities.
Notable Events or Figures
- The diocese was erected in 2017 by Pope Francis.
Fun facts
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