Diocese of San Roque de Presidencia Roque Sáenz Peña

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The Diocese of San Roque de Presidencia Roque Sáenz Peña, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese in northern Argentina. Established to serve the growing Catholic population in the Chaco region, it forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Resistencia and ministers to a diverse rural and urban faithful. The diocese maintains a focus on pastoral care amid the challenges of the Argentine interior.

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Diocese: Diocese of San Roque de Presidencia Roque Sáenz Peña
Status:Active
Rite:Latin
Type:Suffragan diocese
Ecclesiastical Province:Province of Resistencia
Metropolitan Archdiocese:Archdiocese of Resistencia
Country:Argentina
Region:Chaco
Bishop:Hugo Nicolás Barbaro
Existence:1963–
Rating:3.5

Establishment

The Diocese of San Roque de Presidencia Roque Sáenz Peña was erected on 12 August 1963 by Pope Paul VI to serve the Catholic faithful in the central Chaco region of Argentina, taking territory from the Diocese of Resistencia.

History

The diocese developed steadily after its founding, with its territory encompassing parts of the modern Chaco Province. It has focused on evangelization in rural areas and support for indigenous communities.

Geography

The diocese covers territory within Chaco Province in northern Argentina and belongs to the Ecclesiastical Province of Resistencia.

Mother Church

The Cathedral of San Roque in Presidencia Roque Sáenz Peña serves as the mother church of the diocese.

Leadership

Current Bishop

Hugo Nicolás Barbaro has served as bishop since 2005.

Auxiliary Bishops

No auxiliary bishops are currently assigned.

Past Bishops

Name Tenure Notes
Ítalo Severino Di Stéfano 1963–1980 First bishop; transferred to Salto.
Abelardo Francisco Silva 1981–1994 Oversaw pastoral expansion.
José Lorenzo Di Stéfano 1994–2004 Retired.
Hugo Nicolás Barbaro 2005–present Current bishop.

Theological and Cultural Orientation

The diocese maintains a balanced orientation (rating: 3.5), with standard liturgical practices and attention to both traditional teachings and community outreach.

Statistics

The diocese serves the Catholic population across its territory in Chaco Province.

Religious Communities

Religious communities active in the diocese include various congregations engaged in parish and educational ministry.

Parishes

The diocese comprises numerous parishes serving local communities.

Mission and Services

Catholic Education

The diocese supports Catholic schools in the region.

Community Outreach

Programs include social assistance coordinated through local parishes and Caritas.

Notable Events or Figures

  • The diocese honors Saint Roch as its principal patron.

Fun facts

Below are some fun facts about the Diocese of San Roque de Presidencia Roque Sáenz Peña:


  • Did you know? The diocese takes its name from both its patron saint, Saint Roch, and the city of Presidencia Roque Sáenz Peña, honoring a former Argentine president.
  • Surprise! Established in 1963, the diocese quickly became a center for rural evangelization in the Chaco plains.

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    External Links

    • [Official diocesan resources via the Archdiocese of Resistencia]
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