Roman Catholic Diocese of Hamilton, New Zealand facts for kids
The Diocese of Hamilton, New Zealand is a special area of the Catholic Church in New Zealand. It's like a region or district for Catholic churches and communities. This diocese is part of a larger group led by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Wellington. The main church for the Diocese of Hamilton is called the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary, located in Hamilton, New Zealand.
The Diocese of Hamilton was created on March 6, 1980. Before that, its land was part of the Diocese of Auckland.
Leaders of the Hamilton Diocese
The leader of a diocese is called an Ordinary or a Bishop. Here are the bishops who have led the Diocese of Hamilton since it was formed:
| Years in Charge | Bishop's Name | Born - Died |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 to 1994 | Edward Russell Gaines | 1926 to 1994 |
| 1994 to 2014 | Denis George Browne | 1937 to present |
| 2015 to present | Stephen Marmion Lowe | 1962 to present |
Other Important Bishops
Sometimes, a diocese has an Auxiliary Bishop who helps the main bishop.
- Max Takuira Matthew Mariu SM (1952-2005) was an Auxiliary Bishop of Hamilton from 1988 to 2005.
See also
In Spanish: Diócesis de Hamilton en Nueva Zelanda para niños
