Diocese of Naviraí
The Diocese of Naviraí, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese in the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso do Sul. Erected on 1 June 2011 by Pope Benedict XVI, it serves a Catholic population across several municipalities in the southwestern region of the state. As part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Campo Grande, the diocese focuses on pastoral care in a predominantly rural area with growing urban centers. Its establishment addressed the pastoral needs of expanding Catholic communities previously under the Diocese of Dourados.
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| Diocese: Diocese of Naviraí | |
| 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: | Roberto Francisco Ferrería Paz |
| Existence: | 2011– |
| Predecessor Dioceses: | Diocese of Dourados |
Establishment
The Diocese of Naviraí was established on 1 June 2011 by Pope Benedict XVI to serve the growing Catholic population in southwestern Mato Grosso do Sul, splitting from the Diocese of Dourados.
History
Early Years
The diocese began operations immediately after its erection, with its first bishop overseeing the organization of parishes and pastoral structures in the new territory.
Geography
The diocese covers municipalities in the southwestern part of Mato Grosso do Sul, including Naviraí and surrounding areas. It forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Campo Grande.
Mother Church
The Cathedral of Our Lady of Aparecida in Naviraí serves as the diocese’s mother church.
Leadership
Current Bishop
Roberto Francisco Ferrería Paz has served since 2011. He was appointed as the first bishop of the newly erected diocese.
Auxiliary Bishops
No auxiliary bishops are currently assigned.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roberto Francisco Ferrería Paz | 2011–present | First and current Bishop of Naviraí. |
Statistics
The diocese serves registered Catholics across multiple parishes in its territory.
Religious Communities
No major religious communities are documented at this time.
Parishes
The diocese comprises a number of parishes organized for local pastoral care.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
The diocese supports Catholic educational initiatives in its parishes.
Community Outreach
Pastoral programs focus on family life and rural ministry.
Notable Events or Figures
- The diocese was created in 2011 to better serve the faithful in the region.
Fun facts
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