Offices & Ministries

Our hearts and minds, committed to serving the people in northeastern Indiana.

About Us

Founded by Pope Pius IX in 1857, the Diocese of Fort Wayne spans 14 counties in Northern Indiana and is under the leadership of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades, who was installed as the 9th bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend on January 13, 2010. The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend contains 81 parishes and 43 schools.

Catholic Schools Office

The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend operates 43 Catholic Schools across 14 counties, including four high-schools.

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Youth Protection

The Office of Youth Protection works to create safe environments for children and youth in parishes and schools throughout our diocese.

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Pastoral Care and Victim Assistance

The mission of the Office of Pastoral Care is to bring Christ’s compassion to people in emotional, mental, physical, or spiritual need; advocate for people who have been wounded by the Church by helping to restore hope, faith, and love; and connect people to the Church and their faith communities.

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Secretariat for Pastoral Ministries and Catechesis

The Secretariat for Pastoral Ministries and Catechesis implements Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades’ vision for evangelization and catechesis and supports the important ministerial work done in parishes.

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