Apostolic Prefecture of Jian'ou explained

Jurisdiction:Apostolic Vicariate
Jian'ou
Local:天主教建瓯监牧区
Latin:Apostolica Praefectura Kienovensis
Country:China
Territory:Jian'ou, Wuyishan, Pucheng County, Songxi County, Zhenghe County, and Jianyang District of Nanping, Fujian
Province:Immediately subject to the Holy See
Rite:Latin Rite
Cathedral:Cathedral in Jian'ou
Bishop:Peter Lin Jiashan

The Apostolic Prefecture of Jian'ou is an apostolic prefecture located in the city of Jian'ou that is immediately subject to the Holy See. On 8 January 1938, the Apostolic Vicariate of Jian'ou was established and placed under the care of the Dominican Order. In 1950, there were around 1450 faithful in the jurisdiction.

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