Diocese of Savannah: Difference between revisions

(Created page with "The '''Diocese of Savannah''', a suffragan diocese of the Latin Rite, is an active diocese encompassing the southern 90 counties of Georgia in the United States. Founded in 1850 by Pope Pius IX, it is led by Bishop Stephen D. Parkes as of 2020. As part of the Province of Atlanta, the diocese serves a diverse Catholic community in a historically Protestant region, with 56 parishes and 24 missions. A notable aspect is its histor...")
 
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==Theological and Cultural Orientation==
==Theological and Cultural Orientation==
The Diocese of Savannah leans slightly conservative (rating: 3.4). It offers regular [[Latin Mass]]es in several parishes (rating: 4), balances traditional teachings like pro-life advocacy with progressive outreach such as refugee support (rating: 3), and is led by Bishop Parkes, who promotes doctrinal fidelity and community engagement (rating: 3.5).<ref>{{cite web |url=https://diosav.org/about |title=About the Diocese |website=Diocese of Savannah |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref>
For active dioceses, describe theological and cultural leanings based on the Rating field (1.0–5.0). Summarize:
- Liturgical Practices (e.g., frequency of TLM, presence of traditional or contemporary elements).
- Social Teachings Emphasis (e.g., balance of traditional issues and social outreach).
- Leadership Priorities (e.g., bishop’s stance and policies).
Use precise descriptors: “strongly progressive” (1.0–1.5), “slightly progressive” (1.6–2.5), “balanced” (2.6–3.4), “slightly conservative” (3.5–4.4), “strongly conservative” (4.5–5.0). Cite diocesan websites, bishop statements, or Catholic news. For historic dioceses, discuss historical context if relevant.
 
'''Example''':
<nowiki>== Theological and Cultural Orientation ==</nowiki>
 
The diocese leans slightly progressive (rating: 2.5), offering Latin Masses monthly in select parishes, emphasizing social outreach like poverty programs alongside traditional teachings, and led by a bishop with a neutral stance.<nowiki><ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-04}}</ref></nowiki>


==Statistics==
==Statistics==