Diocese of Jataí
The Diocese of Jataí, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese located in the state of Goiás in Brazil. Erected on 21 June 1957 by Pope Pius XII, it forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Goiânia and serves a predominantly rural Catholic population across western Goiás. The diocese is currently led by Bishop José Carlos Brandão Cabral, who was appointed in 2019. Its territory includes numerous parishes that support both traditional devotional practices and community outreach in a region marked by agricultural growth and missionary expansion.
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| Diocese: Diocese of Jataí | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Suffragan diocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Province of Goiânia |
| Metropolitan Archdiocese: | Archdiocese of Goiânia |
| Country: | Brazil |
| Region: | Goiás |
| Bishop: | José Carlos Brandão Cabral |
| Website: | https://www.diocesedejatay.org.br |
| Existence: | 1957– |
| Rating: | 3.5 |
| Chancery Address: | Rua 15 de Novembro, 1220, Jataí, GO 75800-000, Brazil |
Establishment
The Diocese of Jataí was established on 21 June 1957 by Pope Pius XII from territory previously belonging to the Archdiocese of Goiânia and the Diocese of São José do Rio Preto, to serve the growing Catholic communities in western Goiás.
History
The diocese was created amid post-war population growth and agricultural development in the interior of Brazil. Its first bishop, Abel Ribeiro Camelo, oversaw the construction of the initial cathedral and the organization of parishes. Subsequent bishops expanded educational and charitable works while maintaining the Latin Rite traditions of the region.
Geography
The diocese covers western Goiás, including the municipalities of Jataí, Mineiros, Rio Verde, and surrounding areas.
Mother Church
The Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity in Jataí serves as the mother church of the diocese.
Leadership
Current Bishop
José Carlos Brandão Cabral has served as bishop since 2019. He previously served as an auxiliary bishop in another Brazilian diocese before his appointment to Jataí.
Auxiliary Bishops
None currently appointed.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Abel Ribeiro Camelo | 1957–1966 | First Bishop of Jataí; oversaw initial organization of the diocese. |
| David Picão | 1966–1971 | Transferred to another see. |
| Antônio Ribeiro de Sales | 1972–1994 | Long-serving bishop focused on pastoral expansion. |
| Aloísio Hilário de Pinho | 1995–2000 | Transferred to another diocese. |
| Miguel Ângelo Freitas Ribeiro | 2001–2018 | Oversaw significant growth in parishes. |
| José Carlos Brandão Cabral | 2019–present | Current Bishop. |
Theological and Cultural Orientation
The diocese maintains a balanced approach (rating 3.5), with standard Novus Ordo celebrations alongside occasional traditional devotions, equal attention to doctrinal formation and social outreach programs, and leadership that emphasizes pastoral care in rural communities.
Statistics
The diocese encompasses a large rural territory in western Goiás and serves thousands of registered Catholics through its parishes.
Religious Communities
Religious orders active in the diocese include various congregations engaged in education and parish ministry.
Parishes
The diocese comprises multiple parishes distributed across its municipalities.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
The diocese supports Catholic schools focused on faith formation and community service.
Community Outreach
Programs include charitable works coordinated through local parishes and Caritas initiatives.
Notable Events or Figures
- The diocese was erected during the pontificate of Pope Pius XII to address the spiritual needs of expanding frontier communities.
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