Diocese of Palmeira dos Índios
The Diocese of Palmeira dos Índios, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese in the state of Alagoas in Brazil. Established in 1962 by Pope John XXIII, it is currently led by Bishop Manoel de Oliveira Soares Neto. As part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Maceió, the diocese serves the Catholic faithful across its territory in northeastern Brazil. A notable aspect is its focus on pastoral care in a region with significant rural and indigenous heritage. Stored in Cargo: Diocese of Palmeira dos Índios
| Diocese: Diocese of Palmeira dos Índios | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Suffragan diocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Province of Maceió |
| Metropolitan Archdiocese: | Archdiocese of Maceió |
| Country: | Brazil |
| Region: | Alagoas |
| Bishop: | Manoel de Oliveira Soares Neto |
| Existence: | 1962– |
Establishment
The Diocese of Palmeira dos Índios was established on 10 February 1962 by Pope John XXIII to serve the growing Catholic population in the interior of Alagoas, Brazil.
History
The diocese was created from territory previously part of the Archdiocese of Maceió. It has developed through periods of expansion in rural evangelization and local pastoral initiatives since its founding.
Geography
The diocese covers parts of the state of Alagoas in northeastern Brazil and forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Maceió.
Mother Church
The Cathedral of the Good Shepherd in Palmeira dos Índios serves as the diocese’s mother church.
Leadership
Current Bishop
Manoel de Oliveira Soares Neto has served as bishop since 2023.
Auxiliary Bishops
No auxiliary bishops are currently assigned.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Epaminondas José de Araújo | 1963–1980 | First bishop; oversaw initial organization of the diocese. |
| Fernando Iório Rodrigues | 1981–1985 | Transferred to another see. |
| Alberto Taveira Corrêa | 1985–1992 | Later became archbishop. |
| Fernando Saburido | 1992–1998 | Transferred to another see. |
| Dulcênio Fontes de Matos | 1999–2016 | Long-serving bishop focused on local pastoral work. |
| Manoel de Oliveira Soares Neto | 2023–present | Current bishop. |
Theological and Cultural Orientation
This reflects hagiographic accounts, though historical verification may be limited.
Statistics
This cannot be confirmed through primary sources at this time.
Religious Communities
This cannot be confirmed through primary sources at this time.
Parishes
The diocese includes parishes serving communities throughout its territory in Alagoas.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
This cannot be confirmed through primary sources at this time.
Community Outreach
This cannot be confirmed through primary sources at this time.
Notable Events or Figures
- The diocese was erected in 1962 to address pastoral needs in rural Alagoas.
Fun facts
Below are some fun facts about the Diocese of Palmeira dos Índios:
Dynamic content
Associated saints
No saints yet.
Religious orders
No religious orderes categorized yet.
Diocesan photos
No results