Diocese of Mogi das Cruzes
The Diocese of Mogi das Cruzes, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese located in the state of São Paulo in Brazil. It was erected in 1962 by Pope John XXIII and forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of São Paulo. The diocese serves a Catholic population across multiple municipalities in the region east of the state capital, with its mother church located in the city of Mogi das Cruzes. Its establishment reflected the growth of the Catholic Church in rapidly developing areas of southeastern Brazil during the mid-twentieth century.
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| Diocese: Diocese of Mogi das Cruzes | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Suffragan diocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Province of São Paulo |
| Metropolitan Archdiocese: | Archdiocese of São Paulo |
| Country: | Brazil |
| Region: | São Paulo |
| Bishop: | Paulo Jackson Nóbrega de Sousa |
| Website: | https://www.diocesedemogidascruzes.org.br/ |
| Existence: | 1962– |
Establishment
The Diocese of Mogi das Cruzes was established on 9 February 1962 by Pope John XXIII to serve the growing Catholic population in the eastern region of São Paulo state, taking territory from the Archdiocese of São Paulo and the Diocese of Taubaté.
History
The diocese was created amid post-war population growth and urbanization in the area around Mogi das Cruzes. Its territory has remained stable since erection, with pastoral focus on expanding parishes and educational institutions to meet the needs of new communities.
Geography
The diocese covers municipalities in the eastern portion of São Paulo state, including Mogi das Cruzes, Suzano, Poá, Itaquaquecetuba, and surrounding areas. It lies within the Ecclesiastical Province of São Paulo.
Mother Church
The Cathedral of St. Anne in Mogi das Cruzes serves as the mother church of the diocese.
Leadership
Current Bishop
Paulo Jackson Nóbrega de Sousa has served as bishop since 2023.
Auxiliary Bishops
No auxiliary bishops are currently assigned.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Paulo Rolim Loureiro | 1962–1975 | First bishop; oversaw initial organization of the diocese. |
| João Bergese | 1975–1989 | Transferred to the Archdiocese of Pouso Alegre. |
| Antônio de Souza | 1989–2000 | Transferred to the Diocese of Assis. |
| Fernando Antônio Figueiredo | 2000–2014 | Retired. |
| Braz de Oliveira | 2014–2022 | Retired. |
| Paulo Jackson Nóbrega de Sousa | 2023–present | Current bishop. |
Statistics
This cannot be confirmed from available primary sources at the time of writing.
Religious Communities
Information on specific religious communities active in the diocese cannot be confirmed from verifiable primary sources.
Parishes
The diocese comprises numerous parishes organized across its territory. A complete list is maintained on the diocesan website.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
The diocese supports Catholic schools in its territory, though specific counts and lists cannot be confirmed from primary sources at this time.
Community Outreach
Community outreach programs are coordinated through diocesan structures, with details available via the official website.
Notable Events or Figures
- The diocese was erected during the pontificate of Pope John XXIII as part of the expansion of the Church in Brazil.
Fun facts
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