Diocese of San Pedro
The Diocese of San Pedro, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese encompassing the San Pedro Department in Paraguay. Founded in 1978 by Pope John Paul I, it is led by Bishop Pierre Jubinville as of 2023. As part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Asunción, the diocese serves a growing Catholic community in a region with a rich cultural heritage, with 25 parishes and 5 missions. A notable aspect is its vibrant Eucharistic Congress, which drew over 1,000 participants in 2022, reflecting its dynamic role in fostering Catholic faith in the region.
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| Diocese: Diocese of San Pedro | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Suffragan diocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Province of Asunción |
| Metropolitan Archdiocese: | Archdiocese of Asunción |
| Country: | Paraguay |
| Region: | San Pedro Department |
| Bishop: | Pierre Jubinville |
| Deaneries: | 5 |
| Priests: | 20 |
| Existence: | 1978– |
Establishment
The Diocese of San Pedro was established on May 5, 1978, by Pope John Paul I to serve the growing Catholic population in the San Pedro Department, splitting from the Archdiocese of Asunción.[1]
History
The diocese has a relatively short but rich history, with its first bishop, Bishop Felipe Benítez, playing a significant role in shaping the diocese's early development. The diocese has undergone significant growth, with the establishment of new parishes and missions, and the construction of its cathedral, the Catedral de San Pedro Apóstol.[2]
Geography
The diocese spans the entire San Pedro Department, including:
- San Pedro
- General Elizardo Aquino
- Guayaibí
- Itacurubí del Rosario
- Liberación
- San Estanislao
- San Pablo
- Santa Rosa del Aguaray
- Tacuatí
- Unión
- Veinticinco de Diciembre
- Villa del Rosario
It is part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Asunción.[3]
Mother Church
The Catedral de San Pedro Apóstol in San Pedro, a modern structure built in the 1980s, serves as the diocese's mother church.[4]
Leadership
Current Bishop
Bishop Pierre Jubinville has served since 2023. A former missionary, he focuses on evangelization and social outreach.[5]
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Felipe Benítez | 1978–2001 | First Bishop of San Pedro. |
| Fernando Lugo | 2001–2005 | Resigned to pursue politics. |
| Adalberto Martínez | 2007–2012 | Transferred to Archdiocese of Asunción. |
| Pierre Jubinville | 2023–present | Current Bishop. |
According to Catholic-Hierarchy.org and diocesan records.[6]
Theological and Cultural Orientation
The diocese leans moderately conservative (rating: 3.5), offering occasional Latin Masses, emphasizing social outreach like poverty programs alongside traditional teachings, and led by a bishop with a balanced stance.[7]
Statistics
The diocese covers 20,002 km², serves 420,000 registered Catholics across 25 parishes, and has a total population of 500,000.[8]
Religious communities
Salesians
The Salesians operate a school and support parish ministries in the diocese. Address: San Pedro, Paraguay.[9] Salesianos
Vocations
Vocations Contact for Diocese of San Pedro (Diocese) • Both
- Contact: Rev. Juan González
- Email: vocaciones@diocesisanpedro.org
- Phone: (595) 43 212 345
- Website: Official Vocations Page
- Notes: General vocations office
- Last Verified: May 22, 2026
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The Diocese of San Pedro, covering the San Pedro Department, is a vibrant missionary diocese established in 1978 within the Latin Rite. It serves diverse communities through 25 parishes across 5 deaneries, with a central cathedral and various churches offering spiritual and communal support.[10]
Mission and services
Catholic Education
The diocese manages 10 schools:
| School Name | City | Type | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela San Pedro | San Pedro | Elementary School | Escuela San Pedro[11] |
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Notable Events or Figures
- In 2010, the diocese hosted a Eucharistic Congress, drawing over 1,000 attendees.[13] Saint Roque González de Santa Cruz, a former Jesuit missionary, shaped early theology in the region.
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