Diocese of Santa Clara
The Diocese of Santa Clara, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese in Cuba. Erected in 1995, it serves the central region of the island as part of the Ecclesiastical Province of Camagüey. The diocese maintains a focus on pastoral care amid a historically Catholic population with growing secular influences. Its cathedral stands as a central point for worship and community gatherings in the city of Santa Clara.
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| Diocese: Diocese of Santa Clara | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Latin |
| Type: | Suffragan diocese |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Province of Camagüey |
| Metropolitan Archdiocese: | Archdiocese of Camagüey |
| Country: | Cuba |
| Region: | Villa Clara Province |
| Bishop: | Marcelo Arturo González Amador |
| Existence: | 1995– |
Establishment
The Diocese of Santa Clara was established on 1 July 1995 by Pope John Paul II to better serve the Catholic faithful in central Cuba.
History
The territory of the diocese was previously part of the Archdiocese of Santiago de Cuba and the Diocese of Cienfuegos. Its creation reflected efforts to reorganize ecclesiastical structures following changes in Cuba's political and social landscape in the late twentieth century.
Geography
The diocese covers Villa Clara Province in central Cuba.
Mother Church
The Cathedral of Saint Clare in Santa Clara serves as the mother church of the diocese.
Leadership
Current Bishop
Marcelo Arturo González Amador has served as bishop since 2018.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jorge García Isaza, C.M. | 1995–1999 | First bishop; transferred. |
| Marcelo Arturo González Amador | 2007–present | Current bishop. |
Statistics
The diocese serves the Catholic population of Villa Clara Province.
Religious Communities
Religious orders active in the diocese include the Vincentians, who have contributed to pastoral and educational work.
Parishes
The diocese comprises multiple parishes across its territory.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
Catholic schools operate under diocesan oversight to provide faith-based education.
Community Outreach
Programs focus on charitable assistance and support for families in the region.
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References
External Links
- [Official diocesan resources via the Archdiocese of Camagüey]