Diocese of Sonsonate

The Diocese of Sonsonate, a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese located in the western region of El Salvador. Erected on 30 July 1986 by Pope John Paul II, it forms part of the Ecclesiastical Province of San Salvador and serves a predominantly rural Catholic population. The diocese maintains its see in the city of Sonsonate and continues to support pastoral initiatives amid the country's social challenges.

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Diocese: Diocese of Sonsonate
Status:	Active
Rite:	Latin
Type:	Suffragan diocese
Ecclesiastical Province:	Province of San Salvador
Metropolitan Archdiocese:	Archdiocese of San Salvador
Country:	El Salvador
Region:	Sonsonate
Bishop:	Constantino Barrera Morales
Existence:	1986–

Establishment

The Diocese of Sonsonate was established on 30 July 1986 by Pope John Paul II to serve the growing Catholic population in western El Salvador.

History

The territory of the diocese was previously part of the Archdiocese of San Salvador. Its creation responded to pastoral needs in the region during the late twentieth century.

Geography

The diocese covers the department of Sonsonate in western El Salvador. It lies within the Ecclesiastical Province of San Salvador.

Mother Church

The Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in Sonsonate serves as the mother church of the diocese.

Leadership

Current Bishop

Constantino Barrera Morales has served as bishop since 2019.

Auxiliary Bishops

No auxiliary bishops are currently assigned.

Past Bishops

Name	Tenure	Notes
José Carmen Di Pietro Pésolo	1986–1990	First bishop; transferred.
José Salvador Carranza	1990–1995	Resigned.
Romeo Tovar Astorga	1996–1999	Transferred to San Miguel.
José Elías Rauda Gutiérrez	2000–2019	Retired.
Constantino Barrera Morales	2019–present	Current bishop.

Statistics

The diocese serves Catholics across multiple parishes in the department of Sonsonate.

Religious Communities

Religious orders active in the diocese include various congregations engaged in parish ministry and education.

Parishes

The diocese comprises numerous parishes organized under local deaneries.

Mission and Services

Catholic Education

The diocese supports Catholic schools in the region.

Community Outreach

Programs focus on social assistance and evangelization.

Fun facts

Below are some fun facts about the Diocese of Sonsonate:

Did you know? The Diocese of Sonsonate was erected in 1986 by Pope John Paul II, creating a new local Church presence in western El Salvador.

Surprise! Its mother church is the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, a central place of worship for the faithful in Sonsonate.

Here's something cool: The diocese covers the entire department of Sonsonate, blending coastal and mountainous landscapes in its pastoral care.

Little-known gem: Several religious communities assist the diocese in education and social outreach among rural communities.

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External Links

• [Official diocesan resources via the Archdiocese of San Salvador]