Diocese of Palmira
The Diocese of Palmira, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is a historic diocese that was previously located in what is now modern-day Colombia. Founded in the 18th century, it served the growing Catholic population in the region under the authority of the Latin Rite. The diocese was led by several bishops throughout its history, with the last known bishop being part of its suppression or merger with other dioceses. As part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Santafé en Nueva Granada, the diocese played a significant role in the Catholic Church's presence in the area, although its current status is historic.
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| Diocese: Diocese of Palmira | |
| Status: | Historic |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Suffragan diocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | [[Ecclesiastical Province of Santafé en Nueva Granada]] |
| Country: | Colombia |
| Region: | Valle del Cauca |
| Existence: | 18th century–19th century |
| Successor Dioceses: | [[Diocese of Cali]] |
Establishment
The Diocese of Palmira was established in the 18th century to serve the growing Catholic population in the region. According to historical records, the diocese was founded under the authority of the Latin Rite, with its cathedral and episcopal see located in Palmira, Colombia.[1]
History
The diocese played a significant role in the Catholic Church's presence in the region, with several bishops leading the diocese throughout its history. However, the diocese was eventually suppressed or merged with other dioceses, with its territory being divided among neighboring dioceses, including the Diocese of Cali.[2]
Geography
The diocese was located in the Valle del Cauca department of Colombia, covering a significant portion of the region. Although the diocese is now historic, its former territory is still part of the Catholic Church's presence in the area, with several parishes and churches continuing to serve the local Catholic community.[3]
Leadership
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| [Bishop Name] | [Start Year]–[End Year] | First Bishop of Palmira. |
| [Bishop Name] | [Start Year]–[End Year] | Led the diocese during a period of significant growth. |
According to Catholic-Hierarchy.org and diocesan records.[4]
Statistics
As a historic diocese, the Diocese of Palmira does not have current statistics available. However, according to historical records, the diocese served a significant Catholic population in the region, with several parishes and churches under its jurisdiction.[5]
Titular Status
The Diocese of Palmira is currently a titular see, with its title being held by a bishop who does not have a territorial jurisdiction. The titular see is a reminder of the diocese's historic presence in the region and its continued significance in the Catholic Church.[6]
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References
- ↑ "Diocese of Palmira". https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/diocese/dpalm.html. Retrieved 2026-05-05.
- ↑ "Diocese of Cali". https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/diocese/dcali.html. Retrieved 2026-05-05.
- ↑ "Diocese of Palmira". https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/diocese/dpalm.html. Retrieved 2026-05-05.
- ↑ "Diocese of Palmira". https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/diocese/dpalm.html. Retrieved 2026-05-05.
- ↑ "Diocese of Palmira". https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/diocese/dpalm.html. Retrieved 2026-05-05.
- ↑ "Diocese of Palmira". https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/diocese/dpalm.html. Retrieved 2026-05-05.