Pro-Jesús Ministry expressed its joy over the recent designation of Bishop Carlos Tomás Morel Diplán as coadjutor archbishop of the Archdiocese of Santo Domingo, and Bishop Amaury Rosario as the new auxiliary bishop. The Pro-Jesús Ministry qualified both decisions as a true sign of hope and a solid pastoral renewal opportunity for the Dominican Church. The organization praised the prelates’ closeness to the communities, their testimony of faith, and their constant commitment to evangelization.
Reactions after the designation of Morel and Rosario
In an official statement, the Pro-Jesús Ministry highlighted the recognition shown by Pope Leo XIV towards Morel and Rosario, emphasizing their qualities as examples of joy and commitment to pastoral service. Ecclesiastical sources point out that the designation of a new coadjutor archbishop usually anticipates an orderly transition in the leadership of the archdiocese, something especially relevant due to the historical importance of Santo Domingo as the oldest diocese in America.
Background of the new bishops
Bishop Morel has stood out in recent years for his role in interfaith dialogue initiatives and social projects within the Greater Santo Domingo, while Bishop Rosario is recognized for his work with youth and pastoral formation programs in rural regions. Both trajectories reinforce the Pro-Jesús Ministry vision of strengthening the roots of faith, both in urban and community environments.
The role of Pro-Jesús Ministry in Dominican society
The Pro-Jesús Ministry, based in Santiago, is a lay organization dedicated to promoting Catholic faith through communication, formation, and social action. It has collaborated in various campaigns of Christian values and in social impact activities, both in media and local parish communities. Its spokespeople reaffirmed their willingness to collaborate with the new ecclesiastical authorities to consolidate the evangelizing mission throughout the national territory, as documented by national media in articles such as Pro-Jesús supports new Church authorities and Pastoral renewal in the Catholic Church.
Mission of unity and prayer for the future of the Church
As part of Dominican Christian culture, Pro-Jesús Ministry called on faithful and collaborators to join in prayer, asking the Holy Spirit for guidance for the new bishops. The note concluded by assuring that the service of Morel and Rosario will be a source of unity, charity, and hope, values considered pillars for the future ecclesiastical. For more information on the episcopal structure in the Dominican Republic, please consult the official website of the Dominican Episcopal Conference.
The influence of Pro-Jesús Ministry grows in the religious and social agenda of the Dominican Republic, especially after the designation of Bishops Morel and Rosario, thus consolidating its image as agents of faith, renewal, and active participation in national life.
