Eparchy of Saint Josaphat in Parma
The Eparchy of Saint Josaphat in Parma, a suffragan eparchy of the Byzantine Rite, is an active eparchy serving Ukrainian Catholics across parts of the United States. Established in 1983 by Pope John Paul II, it is led by Bishop Bohdan J. Danylo since 2014. As part of the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia, the eparchy preserves Eastern liturgical traditions while ministering to a dispersed faithful in the Midwest and surrounding regions. A notable aspect is its focus on the legacy of Saint Josaphat Kuntsevych, underscoring its role in Eastern Catholic identity within the broader Latin Rite context of the country.
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| Diocese: Eparchy of Saint Josaphat in Parma | |
| Status: | Active |
| Rite: | Byzantine |
| Type: | Eparchy |
| Ecclesiastical Province: | Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia |
| Metropolitan Archdiocese: | Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia |
| Country: | United States |
| Region: | Ohio |
| Bishop: | Bohdan J. Danylo |
| Website: | https://stjosaphateparchy.com |
| Existence: | 1983– |
| Rating: | 3.5 |
| Chancery Address: | 5720 State Road Parma, OH 44134 |
Establishment
The Eparchy of Saint Josaphat in Parma was established on 5 December 1983 by Pope John Paul II to serve the pastoral needs of Ukrainian Greek Catholics in the central and western United States.
History
The eparchy was created by dividing territory from the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia. It has focused on maintaining Byzantine liturgical traditions among immigrant and descendant communities.
Geography
The eparchy covers Ukrainian Catholic communities primarily in Ohio, with additional faithful in Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and other Midwestern and western states. It forms part of the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia.
Mother Church
The Cathedral of Saint Josaphat in Parma, Ohio, serves as the mother church of the eparchy.
Leadership
Current Bishop
Bohdan J. Danylo has served as bishop since 2014. He previously served as a priest in the Archeparchy of Philadelphia.
Auxiliary Bishops
None currently serving.
Past Bishops
| Name | Tenure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Robert M. Moskal | 1983–2009 | First bishop; retired. |
| Bohdan J. Danylo | 2014–present | Current bishop. |
Theological and Cultural Orientation
The eparchy maintains a balanced orientation (rating: 3.5), emphasizing traditional Byzantine liturgical practices while engaging in community outreach consistent with Eastern Catholic norms.
Statistics
The eparchy serves several thousand registered faithful across multiple states with a network of parishes.
Religious Communities
Basilian Fathers
The Order of Saint Basil the Great provides priestly ministry and supports parish life in the eparchy.
Parishes
The eparchy comprises approximately twenty parishes and missions.
Mission and Services
Catholic Education
The eparchy supports limited parish-based religious education programs.
Community Outreach
Programs focus on cultural preservation, youth ministry, and charitable assistance through parish initiatives.
Notable Events or Figures
- Saint Josaphat Kuntsevych, the 17th-century martyr, is the principal patron of the eparchy.
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