The
enormous size of the Archdiocese of Manila led to the establishment of the
Diocese of Novaliches by Pope John Paul II. It comprises the northern part
of Caloocan City and the part of Quezon City that lies to the north of the
main road called Tandang Sora.The diocese was established on 7 December 2002,
by His Holiness Pope John Paul II and was dedicated to Jesus, The Good Shepherd
Bishop Teodoro C. Bacani
Jr. was the first Bishop assigned to the Nova diocese. His term lasted until
November 25, 2003. Bishop Antonio R.Tobias was appointed as his successor
up to the present.The Nova diocese is composed of 9 vicariates with a total
of 57 parishes.
Bishop Tobias
introduced many changes, including the establishment of necessary commissions
and in terms of remuneration, the standardization of compensation of priests.
Furthermore, CLAN was created, to foster laity empowerment.
At present,
the diocese has 2 vicar generals Rev. . Fr. Antonio Labiao is in charge of
pastoral administration while Rev. Fr. Gerry Tapiador for finance and administration.
H.E. Bp Antonio R.. Tobias, D.D. and the two vicar generals are assisted by
the Consultores.
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