The episcopal office

Pastoral governance and paternal care

The Bishop exercises pastoral governance over the local church and holds the diocese in communion, guiding its ministers and communities in a shared life of faith.

Through the chancery and the commissions, the Bishop supports the work of parishes, religious communities, and lay catechists across the diocese.

Parish ministers

Priests shepherding parish territories

Ordained priests administer the sacraments and guide parish communities, working alongside religious orders and lay catechists in daily duties.

Parish priest

Sacramental care

Priests celebrate the sacraments and accompany families, the sick, and the young within their parish territory.

Pastoral collaboration

Working with religious orders

Ministers collaborate with members of religious communities on catechesis, outreach, and the everyday needs of parishes.

Lay partnership

Guiding catechists

Priests work with lay catechists who prepare children and adults for the faith and support communities between visits.