Roman Catholic Diocese of Tunduru–Masasi
| Diocese of Tunduru–Masasi Dioecesis Tunduruensis–Masasiensis | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Country | Tanzania |
| Metropolitan | Songea |
| Statistics | |
| Area | 22,730 km2 (8,780 sq mi) |
| Population - Total - Catholics |
(as of 2004) 669,854 90,740 (13.5%) |
| Information | |
| Rite | Latin Rite |
| Current leadership | |
| Pope | Francis |
| Bishop | Castor Paul Msemwa |
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Tunduru–Masasi (Latin: Dioecesis Tunduruensis–Masasiensis) is a diocese located in Tunduru–Masasi in the Ecclesiastical province of Songea in Tanzania.
History
- October 17, 1986: Established as Diocese of Tunduru – Masasi from the Diocese of Nachingwea
Leadership
- Bishops of Tunduru–Masasi (Roman rite)
- Bishop Castor Paul Msemwa (since August 25, 2005)
- Bishop Magnus Mwalunyungu (March 30, 1992 – August 25, 2005)
- Cardinal Polycarp Pengo (October 17, 1986 – January 22, 1990)
See also
Sources
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