Diocese of Saint George's in Grenada
The Diocese of Saint George's in Grenada, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese covering the nation of Grenada in the Caribbean. Established in 1956 by Pope Pius XII, it forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Port of Spain and serves a predominantly Catholic population with roots in missionary efforts dating to the colonial era. The diocese is currently led by Bishop Clyde Martin Harvey, who has served since 2018. It maintains a balanced approach to faith and community life amid the island's small but vibrant Catholic heritage.
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| Diocese: Diocese of Saint George's in Grenada | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Suffragan diocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Province of Port of Spain |
| Metropolitan Archdiocese: | Archdiocese of Port of Spain |
| Country: | Grenada |
| Region: | Grenada |
| Bishop: | Clyde Martin Harvey |
| Website: | https://www.dioceseofsg.org |
| Catholic %: | 60.0% |
| Elementary Schools: | 12 |
| High Schools: | 3 |
| Deaneries: | 3 |
| Priests: | 25 |
| Existence: | 1956– |
| Catholic Hospitals: | 1 |
| Rating: | 3.5 |
| Chancery Address: | Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Church Street, St. George's, Grenada |
Establishment
The Diocese of Saint George's in Grenada was erected on 20 February 1956 by Pope Pius XII to serve the Catholic faithful in the newly independent nation of Grenada, previously under the jurisdiction of the Archdiocese of Port of Spain.
History
The Catholic presence in Grenada dates to the arrival of French missionaries in the 17th century. The modern diocese developed after the island's transition to British rule and subsequent independence in 1974, with steady growth in parishes and educational institutions.
Geography
The diocese encompasses the entire island nation of Grenada, including the main island and smaller dependencies such as Carriacou and Petite Martinique.
Mother Church
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in St. George's serves as the mother church, a historic structure rebuilt after damage from Hurricane Ivan in 2004.
Leadership
Current Bishop
Bishop Clyde Martin Harvey has served as bishop since 2018. A native of Trinidad, he previously served as a parish priest and emphasizes pastoral care and youth formation.
Auxiliary Bishops
None.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Justin Joseph Marie Darmanin, O.F.M. Cap. | 1956–1965 | First bishop; established initial parishes. |
| Patrick Webster, O.S.B. | 1965–1970 | Transferred to Castries. |
| Sydney Annett | 1970–1974 | Resigned. |
| Paul Leonard Hagarty, O.F.M. | 1974–1992 | Long-serving bishop focused on education. |
| Vincent Darius, O.P. | 2002–2016 | Died in office. |
| Clyde Martin Harvey | 2018–present | Current bishop. |
Theological and Cultural Orientation
The diocese maintains a balanced orientation (rating: 3.5), with standard liturgical practices including occasional traditional elements, equal attention to doctrinal teachings and community outreach programs, and leadership that avoids strong ideological positions.
Statistics
The diocese covers approximately 133 square miles (344 km²) and serves around 60,000 registered Catholics.
Religious Communities
Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament
The Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament operate schools and provide catechetical instruction.
Parishes
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The diocese includes parishes across the island organized into three deaneries.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
The diocese oversees a network of Catholic elementary and secondary schools focused on faith formation alongside academics.
Community Outreach
Catholic Charities programs address poverty relief, disaster response, and family support services.
Notable Events or Figures
- Bishop Vincent Darius, O.P., served as a prominent voice for social justice until his death in 2016.
Fun facts
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