Diocese of Ruy Barbosa

The Diocese of Ruy Barbosa, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese located in the state of Bahia in Brazil. Erected on 14 December 1959, it forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Feira de Santana and serves the Catholic faithful in its territory. The diocese maintains its pastoral mission amid the diverse cultural landscape of northeastern Brazil. Stored in Cargo: Diocese of Ruy Barbosa

Diocese: Diocese of Ruy Barbosa
Status:	Active
Rite:	Latin
Type:	Suffragan diocese
Ecclesiastical Province:	Province of Feira de Santana
Metropolitan Archdiocese:	Archdiocese of Feira de Santana
Country:	Brazil
Region:	Bahia
Existence:	1959–

Establishment

The Diocese of Ruy Barbosa was established on 14 December 1959 by papal authority to serve the growing Catholic population in the region of Bahia, Brazil.

History

The diocese developed following its erection in the mid-twentieth century as part of the expansion of the Catholic Church structure in northeastern Brazil.

Geography

The diocese covers territory within the state of Bahia in Brazil and belongs to the Ecclesiastical Province of Feira de Santana.

Mother Church

The mother church of the diocese is the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Ruy Barbosa.

Leadership

Current Bishop

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Auxiliary Bishops

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Past Bishops

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Theological and Cultural Orientation

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Statistics

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Religious Communities

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Parishes

The diocese comprises parishes serving the faithful in its territory.

Mission and Services

Catholic Education

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Community Outreach

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Notable Events or Figures

• The diocese was erected in 1959 to meet pastoral needs in Bahia.

Fun facts

Below are some fun facts about the Diocese of Ruy Barbosa:

Did you know? The Diocese of Ruy Barbosa was established in 1959, bringing dedicated pastoral care to communities in the interior of Bahia.

Surprise! Its cathedral honors the Sacred Heart of Jesus, serving as the spiritual center for local Catholics.

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External Links

• [Official diocesan resources via the Archdiocese of Feira de Santana]