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Metropolitan see Vitória, Brazil

Archdiocese of Vitória

Victorien(sis) Spiritus Sancti

The Archdiocese of Vitória is a Latin Church metropolitan archdiocese in Espírito Santo, Brazil. Established in 1895 as the Diocese of Espírito Santo and elevated to an archdiocese in 1958, it has been led since December 2024 by Archbishop Ângelo Ademir Mezzari.

On the map

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The address the register holds for Catedral Metropolitana Nossa Senhora da Vitória, in Vitória, Brazil.

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Established
1895
Catholics
1,868,722
Priests
163
Territory
7,234 km²

Parishes and churches

90 listed churches in our records. Open a parish for Mass times, confession, directions and sources where recorded.

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The bishop

Archbishop
Ângelo Ademir Mezzari
Born
2 April 1957
Birthplace
Froquilhinha
Institute
ROGAZIONISTI DEL CUORE DI GESÙ

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The cathedral

Catedral Metropolitana Nossa Senhora da Vitória stands in Vitória, the church that holds the cathedra from which this see takes its name.

On what a cathedral is, see the cathedral; every see church on earth is gathered at the cathedrals.

History

Seated in the city of Vitória in Brazil, this archdiocese carries the Latin name Archidioecesis Victoriensis Spiritus Sancti.

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  • Pope Leo XIV arrives in Paris, urging French leaders to protect the right to life

    Pope Leo XIV arrived in Paris on Sept. 25 to begin a four-day visit to France, using his first public address to urge French leaders to protect the right to life. Speaking at the Élysée Palace, the pope told civil authorities that protecting human life is the essential foundation for all other human rights. He condemned abortion, surrogacy, and assisted dying, while expressing concern that science and technology could become profit-driven ventures involving genetic manipulation, the trade in human organs, or arranged deaths. During the speech at the official residence of President Emmanuel Macron, the pope called on lawmakers to support the vulnerable and welcome life unconditionally. He noted that the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was first proclaimed in Paris and reminded leaders that protecting every life is a shared duty. The pope's journey includes visits to the Marian shrine of Lourdes in the south and the city of Metz in the northeast. Earlier in the day, church bells rang for seven minutes to mark his arrival at Orly airport. Archbishop of Paris Laurent Ulrich noted the local desire to see the pope before the pontiff traveled to Notre Dame cathedral.

    Sep 25, 2026 · Life & Family · 4 sources

  • Pope Leo XIV to visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17, according to Vatican News. The Holy See Press Office released the itinerary, logo, and motto for the trip. The visit includes Peru, where the Pope previously served as a missionary and bishop, and Argentina, the home country of Pope Francis.

    Sep 24, 2026 · Vatican · 2 sources

  • Diocese of Vitória holds annual deacons' retreat

    The Archdiocese of Vitória held its annual retreat for deacons, featuring a three day period of reflection led by Father Álvaro Augusto Negromonte. Father Negromonte, a vicar at Santo Antônio Parish in Sinop, guided the sessions by exploring questions about the nature of true consolation and its source.

    Sep 21, 2026 · Dioceses

  • Representatives prepare for WYD Seoul 2027

    More than 400 representatives from over 100 countries completed a four-day international preparatory meeting for World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, South Korea. The meeting, which concluded on September 17, provided delegates with practical guidance, tools, and contacts to begin preparing young pilgrims for the event. The gathering was organized by the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life in coordination with the local organizing committee. Participants included representatives from more than 160 dioceses, religious orders, and Church movements. During a Mass at Myeongdong Cathedral on September 16, Archbishop Peter Soon-taick Chung of the Archdiocese of Seoul encouraged delegates to look beyond simple registration lists. He stated that inviting a young person to the event should be a call to encounter Christ rather than just adding a name to a list. Archbishop Chung noted that while today's youth face uncertainty and competition, they continue to seek hope.

    Sep 21, 2026 · Life & Family · 4 sources

  • Diocese of Vitória publishes Vicariato Informa Set/26

    Sep 19, 2026 · Dioceses

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