Diocese of Quilmes
The Diocese of Quilmes, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese in Argentina. Established on 2 August 1976, it serves the southern suburbs of Greater Buenos Aires in the Ecclesiastical Province of Buenos Aires. The diocese is currently led by Bishop Marcelo Julián Margni, who was appointed in 2023. It ministers to a large Catholic population through numerous parishes and educational institutions in a region marked by rapid urban growth.
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| Diocese: Diocese of Quilmes | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Suffragan diocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Province of Buenos Aires |
| Metropolitan Archdiocese: | Archdiocese of Buenos Aires |
| Country: | Argentina |
| Region: | Buenos Aires Province |
| Bishop: | Marcelo Julián Margni |
| Website: | https://www.diocesisdequilmes.org.ar |
| Existence: | 1976– |
| Rating: | 3.0 |
| Chancery Address: | Av. 12 de Octubre 500, Quilmes, Buenos Aires B1878, Argentina |
Establishment
The Diocese of Quilmes was established on 2 August 1976 by Pope Paul VI to serve the growing Catholic population in the southern suburbs of Greater Buenos Aires, taking territory from the Archdiocese of Buenos Aires and the Diocese of Avellaneda.
History
The diocese was created amid rapid urbanization in the Buenos Aires region during the late twentieth century. Its territory includes areas that had previously been part of older ecclesiastical jurisdictions dating back to the colonial era. The see has focused on pastoral care for working-class communities and migrants.
Geography
The diocese covers parts of southern Greater Buenos Aires, including the partidos of Quilmes, Berazategui, Florencio Varela, and surrounding districts in Buenos Aires Province. It forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Buenos Aires.
Mother Church
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Quilmes serves as the mother church of the diocese.
Leadership
Current Bishop
Marcelo Julián Margni has served as bishop since 2023.
Auxiliary Bishops
No auxiliary bishops are currently appointed.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jorge Novak SVD | 1976–2001 | First bishop; founded the diocese. |
| Luis Teodorico Stöckler | 2002–2005 | Transferred to another see. |
| Carlos José Tissera | 2005–2023 | Retired. |
| Marcelo Julián Margni | 2023–present | Current bishop. |
Theological and Cultural Orientation
The diocese maintains a balanced orientation (rating: 3.0), with standard liturgical practices and equal attention to traditional teachings and community outreach programs.
Statistics
The diocese serves a substantial Catholic population across its territory in the southern suburbs of Greater Buenos Aires.
Religious Communities
Several religious institutes serve in the diocese, including members of the Society of the Divine Word and various congregations dedicated to education and social ministry.
Parishes
The diocese comprises numerous parishes organized to serve local communities.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
The diocese supports a network of Catholic schools providing primary and secondary education.
Community Outreach
Programs through Caritas and other initiatives address social needs in the region.
Notable Events or Figures
- Bishop Jorge Novak SVD, the first ordinary, was known for his commitment to social justice and human rights during Argentina's difficult years.
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