Personal Apostolic Administration of Saint John Mary Vianney, Apostolic administration in Campos, Brazil.
The Personal Apostolic Administration of Saint John Mary Vianney is an ecclesiastical jurisdiction operating in Campos and its surrounding region in Brazil. It provides religious services and pastoral care for the communities within its territory.
This jurisdiction was created in 2002 at the initiative of Pope John Paul II as a result of reconciliation with traditionalist Catholic clergy who had separated from the Diocese of Campos.
The administration preserves the practice of celebrating Mass in Latin according to the form established by Pope Pius V, shaping religious life for its communities.
This jurisdiction is led by a bishop who oversees all religious services and pastoral work. Visitors can participate in religious services or visit the facilities during public worship times.
This is the only ecclesiastical administration in the world dedicated exclusively to celebrating the Latin Tridentine Mass. This distinction attracts believers who value this traditional form of worship.
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