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It is part of [[EcclesiasticalProvince]].<ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> | It is part of [[EcclesiasticalProvince]].<ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> | ||
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===Mother | ===Mother church=== | ||
Identify the diocese’s cathedral, linking to its MediaWiki page (if available), and provide a brief description (e.g., architectural style, historical significance). For historic dioceses, note the former cathedral’s status (e.g., ruins, repurposed). Cite reliable sources. | Identify the diocese’s cathedral, linking to its MediaWiki page (if available), and provide a brief description (e.g., architectural style, historical significance). For historic dioceses, note the former cathedral’s status (e.g., ruins, repurposed). Cite reliable sources. | ||
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===Leadership=== | ===Leadership=== | ||
Detail episcopal leadership under three subsections: | Detail episcopal leadership under three subsections: | ||
====Current | ====Current bishop==== | ||
For active dioceses, list the current bishop’s name (<code>Bishop</code>), appointment date, and a brief biography (1–2 sentences on background or contributions). Cite the source. For historic dioceses, omit or note the last known bishop. | For active dioceses, list the current bishop’s name (<code>Bishop</code>), appointment date, and a brief biography (1–2 sentences on background or contributions). Cite the source. For historic dioceses, omit or note the last known bishop. | ||
====Auxiliary | ====Auxiliary bishops==== | ||
For active dioceses, list all auxiliary bishops, including their names, appointment dates, and brief biographies (1–2 sentences on background or contributions). Cite the source. For historic dioceses, omit this subsection. | For active dioceses, list all auxiliary bishops, including their names, appointment dates, and brief biographies (1–2 sentences on background or contributions). Cite the source. For historic dioceses, omit this subsection. | ||
====Past | ====Past bishops ==== | ||
Provide a chronological table of past bishops, including: | Provide a chronological table of past bishops, including: | ||
Name | Name | ||
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===Theological and | ===Theological and cultural orientation=== | ||
For active dioceses, describe theological and cultural leanings based on the Rating field (1.0–5.0). | For active dioceses, describe theological and cultural leanings based on the Rating field (1.0–5.0). | ||
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The diocese covers [X] square miles ([Y] km²), serves [Z] registered Catholics across [N] parishes, and has a total population of [P].<ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> | The diocese covers [X] square miles ([Y] km²), serves [Z] registered Catholics across [N] parishes, and has a total population of [P].<ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> | ||
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===Religious | ===Religious communities=== | ||
List all religious orders active in the diocese, with a subsection for each community. For each, provide: | List all religious orders active in the diocese, with a subsection for each community. For each, provide: | ||
A brief description of their role (e.g., education, healthcare, parish ministry). | A brief description of their role (e.g., education, healthcare, parish ministry). | ||
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The Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama, covering the northern 39 counties, is a vibrant missionary diocese established in 1969 within the Latin Rite. It serves diverse communities through 54 parishes across 7 deaneries, with a central cathedral and various churches offering spiritual and communal support. The diocese includes a Maronite Rite parish and hosts pilgrimage sites, reflecting its rich Catholic heritage.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://bhmdiocese.org/parishes |title=Parish Directory |website=Diocese of Birmingham |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> | The Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama, covering the northern 39 counties, is a vibrant missionary diocese established in 1969 within the Latin Rite. It serves diverse communities through 54 parishes across 7 deaneries, with a central cathedral and various churches offering spiritual and communal support. The diocese includes a Maronite Rite parish and hosts pilgrimage sites, reflecting its rich Catholic heritage.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://bhmdiocese.org/parishes |title=Parish Directory |website=Diocese of Birmingham |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> | ||
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=== Mission and | === Mission and services=== | ||
Detail mission-driven activities under subsections: | Detail mission-driven activities under subsections: | ||
====Catholic | ====Catholic education==== | ||
Summarize educational efforts, referencing <code>CatholicElementarySchools</code> and <code>CatholicHighSchools</code>. Create a complete and unabridged list of schools in a sortable table: | Summarize educational efforts, referencing <code>CatholicElementarySchools</code> and <code>CatholicHighSchools</code>. Create a complete and unabridged list of schools in a sortable table: | ||
School name | School name | ||
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<ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> | <ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> | ||
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====Community | ====Community outreach==== | ||
Describe community service programs (e.g., Catholic Charities), scope, and impact. For historic dioceses, mention historical outreach if documented. Cite program websites or diocesan reports. | Describe community service programs (e.g., Catholic Charities), scope, and impact. For historic dioceses, mention historical outreach if documented. Cite program websites or diocesan reports. | ||
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[Program Name] provides [services] to [N] people annually.<ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> | [Program Name] provides [services] to [N] people annually.<ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> | ||
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===Notable | ===Notable events or figures=== | ||
Highlight significant events (e.g., papal visits, synods) or figures (e.g., saints, influential bishops) to engage readers. For historic dioceses, emphasize their legacy (e.g., early martyrs). Cite reliable sources. | Highlight significant events (e.g., papal visits, synods) or figures (e.g., saints, influential bishops) to engage readers. For historic dioceses, emphasize their legacy (e.g., early martyrs). Cite reliable sources. | ||
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In [Year], Pope [Name] visited, drawing [N] attendees.<ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> Saint [Name], a former bishop, shaped early theology. | In [Year], Pope [Name] visited, drawing [N] attendees.<ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> Saint [Name], a former bishop, shaped early theology. | ||
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===Titular | ===Titular status=== | ||
For historic dioceses with titular status, note the titular see’s assignment (e.g., to an auxiliary bishop) and significance. Omit for active dioceses. Cite Vatican records or Catholic-Hierarchy.org. | For historic dioceses with titular status, note the titular see’s assignment (e.g., to an auxiliary bishop) and significance. Omit for active dioceses. Cite Vatican records or Catholic-Hierarchy.org. | ||
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Hippo Regius is a titular see assigned to Bishop [Name].<ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> | Hippo Regius is a titular see assigned to Bishop [Name].<ref>{{cite web |url=[URL] |title=[Title] |website=[Website] |accessdate=2025-06-03}}</ref> | ||
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=== References | |||
== Dynamic content == | |||
Add a level 2 Dynamic content section with a level 3 Associated saints sub-section. Put the template <nowiki>{{Saints associated with diocese}}</nowiki> in that subsection. | |||
=== Associated saints === | |||
<nowiki>{{Saints associated with diocese}}</nowiki> | |||
== References == | |||
Include <nowiki>{{Reflist}}</nowiki> to compile inline citations following <nowiki>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citing_sources</nowiki>, especially <nowiki>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citing_sources#Repeated_citations</nowiki> for repeated uses of the same source. Ensure all claims are supported by reliable sources (e.g., diocesan websites, Annuario Pontificio, Vatican records, Catholic news). Double-check the format of all inline citations and ensure they are inline and not at the end of the article. | Include <nowiki>{{Reflist}}</nowiki> to compile inline citations following <nowiki>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citing_sources</nowiki>, especially <nowiki>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citing_sources#Repeated_citations</nowiki> for repeated uses of the same source. Ensure all claims are supported by reliable sources (e.g., diocesan websites, Annuario Pontificio, Vatican records, Catholic news). Double-check the format of all inline citations and ensure they are inline and not at the end of the article. | ||
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{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
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== External links == | |||
List key external links: | List key external links: | ||
Official diocese website (<nowiki>[URL Official website]</nowiki>) | Official diocese website (<nowiki>[URL Official website]</nowiki>) | ||