There are total 6 dioceses are there in Odisha

1. Rourkela Diocese
2. Sambalpur Diocese
3. Balasore Diocese
4. Rayagada Diocese
5. Berhampur Diocese
6. Cuttack and Bhubaneswar

What Do you mean by Diocese?

Diocese means territorial jurisdiction of a bishop, Generally a bishop’s territory has been defined by specified geographic limits. A bishop is in charge of this local church community, which is referred to as a diocese. Depending on the specific religious denomination, a diocese may be as little as a single city, as large as a state, or even as large as an entire nation.

As the spiritual authority of the clergy and ordinary people, the bishop provides guidance on issues of faith, doctrine, and religious practices. This involves coordinating liturgical events, delivering sacraments, and offering pastoral guidance to diocese members.The laying on of hands by other bishops during this holy rite represents the continuation of apostolic succession, or the devolution of spiritual authority from the apostles to the existing bishops.

The territorial jurisdiction of a bishop is governed by the canon law of the respective religious denomination. Canon law provides guidelines on the establishment of dioceses, the appointment and transfer of bishops, and the overall administration of the church.

In summary, a bishop’s territorial jurisdiction is a holy duty that has no regional bounds. Bishops are essential in leading their dioceses, promoting faith, and delivering sacraments since they are spiritual leaders. With its foundation in canon law, the idea highlights the significance of structured religious authority. Bishops are entrusted with the responsibility of leading their congregations and maintaining harmony and spiritual health within the dioceses they have been assigned. By working together with other bishops and maintaining the apostolic succession customs, these spiritual caretakers add to the rich fabric of the larger church. A bishop’s territory is more than just a line drawn on a map; it is a living, breathing place where communities grow, faith is strengthened, and the sacred bond between clergy and laity is fostered.

How many Parishes are there in Diocese of Rourkela

“The Diocese of Rourkela comprises a total of 44 individual Parishes.” and in a diocese there are 4 Deanries. 

1. Sundergarh

2. Rajgangpur

3. Birmitrapur

4. Rourkela

SUNDERGARH DENARY

1.  HARASHMARA PARISH – Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 1992
2. BRAHMANMARA PARISH- Saint Antony’s Synodal Catholic Church, 2023
   
3. SIKAJORE PARISH – Saint Joseph’s Church, 1966
4. RAIDIH PARISH – Saint Peter’s Church, 1995
5. SAUNAMARA PARISH – Jagat Mata Church, 1998
6. GAIBIRA PARISH – Saint Ignatius Church, 1922
7. KIRELEGA PARISH – Saint Mary’s Church, 1977
8. PHALSA PARISH – Saint Thomas Church, 1961
9. SUNDERGARH PARISH – Saint Mary’s Church, 1952
10. TELENDIHI PARISH – Our Lady of Holy Rosary Church, 1979
11. HINGIRI PARISH- Saint Francis Xavier Church, 1995
12. DEONAPARA PARISH- Saint Francis Xavier Church, 2003

 

RAJGANGPUR DENARY

1. Rajgangpur Parish- Saint Mary’s Church, 1961
2. Gomardih Parish- Saint Mary Church,1968
3. Kahupani Parish- saint Mary Church,1972
4. Kesramal Parish-Saint Francis Xavier church,1908
5. Kusumdegi Parish- Our Lady Assumed Inti Heaven,1929
6. Pandrepali Parish- Saint Francis de sales Church, 1993
7. Singermunda Parish- Saint Mary Church,1968
8. Thakurpali Parish- Our Lady of Holy Rosary Church,1979
9. Kansbahal Parish- Saint Joseph the worker Church,1981
10. Ambapani Parish- Saint Joseph Church,1997
11. Kahuchuan Parish- Saint Mary Church, 2001
12. ??

BIRMITRAPUR DENARY

1. Barilapta Parish – Saint Mary’s Church, 1959
2. Nuagaon Parish – All Saint’s Church, 2000
3. Jhunmur Parish- Saint Mary’s Church, 1925
4. Ghoghea Parish- Saint John the Baptist Church, 1974
5. Salangabahal Parish- Saint Thomas the Apostle Church, 1972
6. Kuarmunda Parish- Saint John Bosco Church,1988
7. Hamirpur Parish- Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1918
8. ??

ROURKELA DENARY

1. Bolda Parish- Christ the king of Church, 1968
2. Jhorabahal Parish- Holy Trinity Church, 1961
3. Kantapali Parish- Holy Family Church, 1953
4. Bondomunda Parish- Good Shepherd Church, 1968
5. Kalunga Parish- Risen Christ Church, 1951
6. Barsuan Parish- Saint Thomas Church,1972
7. Koira Parish- Saint Francis Assisi Church,2001
8. Saibahal Parish- Saint Vincent Palloti Church,1995
9. Tangrain Parish- Saint Francis Xavier Church,2010
10. Jhirpani Parish- Immaculate Conception Church,2014
11. Ponkodih Parish- Catholic Church,1996
12. Bonaigarh Parish- Prabhu Prakash Church,1968

How many Parishes are there in Diocese of Sambalpur

“The Diocese of Sambalpur comprises a total of 24 individual Parishes.”and in a diocese there are 5 Deanries.

1. BALANGIR

2. DEOGARH

3. JHARSUGUDA

4. PALLAHARA

5. SAMBALPUR

BALANGIR DENARY

1. Bargarh Parish- Christ the King
2. Bhodra Parish- Our Lady of Lourdes
3. Balangir Parish- Good Shepherd
4. Madhupur- Saint Cyprian
5. Titlagarh Parish- Holy Family

 

DEOGARH DENARY

1. Amlikhaman Parish- Saint Michael
2. Badibahal Parish- Saint Francis Assisi
3. Deogarh Parish- Nitya Sahaya Maya
4. Gudrapara Parish- Saint Paul the Conversion
5. Kalijharan Parish- Saint Ignatius of Loyola
6. Majhapara Parish- Saint Francis Xavier

 

JHARSUGUDA DENARY

1. Bagdihi Parish- Saint Roque
2. Belpahar Parish
3. Jharsuguda Parish

PALLAHARA DENARY

1. Gopinathpur Parish- Saint Antony of Padua
2. Pallahara Parish- Christ the King
3. Talcher Parish- Our lady of Health

SAMBALPUR DENARY

1. Bodmal Rairakhol Parish- Saint Antony of Padua
2. Burla Parish- Saint Mary
3. Dantri Parish- Karuna Mata
4. Meghpal Parish- Saint Teresa of Child Jesus
5. Sonepur Parish- Saint Mary
6. Sambalpur Parish- Saint Joseph the worker

We learn more about the complicated inner workings of these church systems and the significant influence they have on believers’ lives and the larger cultural environment, we will update more when data will be served.

You can visit : Sambalpur Diocese Official website