Diocese of Jardim

The Diocese of Jardim, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul in Brazil. Founded in 1978, it serves the Catholic faithful in the southern part of the state as part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Campo Grande. The diocese is currently led by its bishop and maintains a focus on pastoral care in a predominantly rural region. Stored in Cargo: Diocese of Jardim

Diocese: Diocese of Jardim
Status:	Active
Rite:	Latin
Type:	Suffragan diocese
Ecclesiastical Province:	Province of Campo Grande
Metropolitan Archdiocese:	Archdiocese of Campo Grande
Country:	Brazil
Region:	Mato Grosso do Sul
Bishop:	Bruno Elizeu Versari
Existence:	1978–
Rating:	3.0

Establishment

The Diocese of Jardim was established on 30 November 1978 by Pope Paul VI to serve the growing Catholic population in southern Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.

History

The diocese was created from territory previously part of the Archdiocese of Campo Grande and the Diocese of Dourados. It has focused on rural evangelization and the development of parishes in agricultural communities since its founding.

Geography

The diocese covers the southern region of Mato Grosso do Sul, including municipalities such as Jardim, Bonito, and surrounding areas. It forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Campo Grande.

Mother Church

The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Jardim serves as the mother church of the diocese.

Leadership

Current Bishop

Bruno Elizeu Versari has served as bishop since 2022.

Auxiliary Bishops

No auxiliary bishops are currently assigned.

Past Bishops

Name	Tenure	Notes
Angelo Félix Mugnol	1978–1986	First bishop; transferred to another see.
Onofre Cândido Rosa	1986–1999	Oversaw expansion of parishes.
Bruno Pedron	2000–2011	Focused on rural ministry.
Jorge Alves Bezerra	2011–2022	Promoted vocations.
Bruno Elizeu Versari	2022–present	Current bishop.

Theological and Cultural Orientation

The diocese maintains a balanced approach (rating: 3.0) with standard liturgical practices and equal emphasis on traditional teachings and community outreach.

Statistics

The diocese serves a Catholic population across multiple parishes in its territory.

Religious Communities

Religious orders active in the diocese support parish ministry and education.

Parishes

The diocese comprises numerous parishes organized for pastoral service in the region.

Mission and Services

Catholic Education

The diocese supports Catholic schools in its territory.

Community Outreach

Programs focus on social assistance and evangelization in rural areas.

Notable Events or Figures

• The diocese has contributed to the growth of Catholicism in the interior of Mato Grosso do Sul since its establishment.

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Associated saints

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Religious orders

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External Links

• [Official diocesan resources via the Archdiocese of Campo Grande]