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The Eparchy of St. Peter the Apostle was founded only in July 2002, the second U.S. diocese serving the needs of Chaldean Catholics. Most parishioners are immigrants from Iraq and Iran who have fled their countries to escape war and economic troubles. They arrive with few worldly possessions, and thus cannot contribute much to the support of their parishes. The eparchy and its staff face the challenge of ministering in Arabic, Aramaic, and English since, depending on their age and time of immigration, Chaldeans may use any of the three. Missals, hymnals, catechetical and liturgical materials, newsletters, website postings and other communications must be offered in a mix of languages to reach all the people. St. Peter the Apostle is canonically responsible for 19 states in the west, but currently its parishes and missions are all in California, Arizona, Nevada and Texas. While the eparchy’s structure and ministries are still rather rudimentary, the bishop has succeeded in establishing a chancery staff and providing basic pastoral care. His top priority is to stabilize and deepen the faith of his scattered and somewhat disoriented people.
The Eparchy of St. Peter the Apostle has:
- 40,200 Catholics
- 8 parishes and missions
- 13 active priests
2010 Grant
$60,000
Contact Information
25603 Berg Road
Southfield, MI 48034
Phone: (248) 351-0440
Fax: (248) 351-044
Website
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Did You Know?
There are 17 dioceses or eparchies in the United States serving Catholics who are in union with the Holy Father but use a language other than Latin for the Mass and other liturgical celebrations. These Eastern-rite Catholic churches serve immigrants from Armenia, India, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Romania, and Ukraine. |
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