Diocese of Pécs
Institutions, religious life, and culture
King Saint Stephen founded the Diocese of Pécs on 23 August 1009. The Diocese currently incorporates two state administrative units, the counties of Tolna and Baranya. »
King Saint Stephen founded the Diocese of Pécs on 23 August 1009. The Diocese currently incorporates two state administrative units, the counties of Tolna and Baranya. Nine deaconates and their parishes are located in the two counties, as well as other institutions owned or maintained by the Diocese: kindergartens, schools, and care homes. Besides pastoral care and spiritual guidance, the Diocese considers it a mission to provide training and religious education to children and the youth. The Theological College of Pécs is responsible for religious higher education. Institutions belonging to the Diocese are the Pécs Parish Archives, the Episcopal Court of Pécs, and the Catholic Caritas Foundation of the Diocese of Pécs, the latter rendering systematic assistance to the needy in the Diocese. In accordance with Jeremiah’s vision, the activities of the Diocese are determined by hope, looking to the future with a trust in revival, proclaiming the joy of the Christian faith: “For I know the plans I have for you … to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11).
