Diocese of Juticalpa
The Diocese of Juticalpa, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese in Honduras. Established on 2 July 1987 by Pope John Paul II, it encompasses the Department of Olancho and forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Tegucigalpa. The diocese is currently led by Bishop José Bonello, OFM, who was appointed in 2023. It serves a predominantly rural Catholic population through its cathedral and network of parishes in a region marked by strong missionary traditions.
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| Diocese: Diocese of Juticalpa | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Suffragan diocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Province of Tegucigalpa |
| Metropolitan Archdiocese: | Archdiocese of Tegucigalpa |
| Country: | Honduras |
| Region: | Olancho Department |
| Bishop: | José Bonello, OFM |
| Existence: | 1987– |
| Predecessor Dioceses: | Archdiocese of Tegucigalpa |
Establishment
The Diocese of Juticalpa was erected on 2 July 1987 by Pope John Paul II to serve the growing Catholic population in the Olancho region of Honduras, taking territory from the Archdiocese of Tegucigalpa.
History
The territory that now comprises the diocese was originally part of the Archdiocese of Tegucigalpa. Its creation responded to pastoral needs in the eastern departments of Honduras during the late twentieth century. The diocese has focused on evangelization in rural areas since its founding.
Geography
The diocese covers the entire Department of Olancho in eastern Honduras. It is part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Tegucigalpa.
Mother Church
The mother church is the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción) located in Juticalpa.
Leadership
Current Bishop
José Bonello, OFM, has served as bishop since 2023.
Auxiliary Bishops
None.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tomás Andrés Mauro Muldoon, OFM | 1987–2017 | First bishop; retired. |
| José Bonello, OFM | 2023–present | Current bishop. |
Statistics
The diocese serves the Catholic population of Olancho Department.
Religious Communities
No major religious communities are documented at this time.
Parishes
The diocese comprises multiple parishes across Olancho Department.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
The diocese supports Catholic schools in the region.
Community Outreach
Pastoral outreach includes programs serving rural communities.
Notable Events or Figures
- The diocese was established to strengthen Catholic presence in eastern Honduras.
Fun facts
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