Roman Catholic diocese in Tanzania, Africa
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Moshi (Latin: Dioecesis Moshiensis) is a diocese located in the town of Moshi in the ecclesiastical province of Arusha in Tanzania. The Diocese stretches along the slopes and low plains of volcanic mountain Kilimanjaro, covering an area of 5,029 sq Km. The Diocese of Moshi was officially inaugurated on March 25, 1953.[1]
History
- September 13, 1910: Established as Apostolic Vicariate of Kilima-Njaro from the Apostolic Vicariate of Bagamoyo
- March 25, 1953: Promoted as Diocese of Moshi
Special churches
The Cathedral is Christ the King Cathedral in Moshi.
Bishops
Ordinaries
- Vicars Apostolic of Kilima-Njaro (Roman rite)
- Bishops of Moshi (Roman rite)
See also
References
Sources
External links
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