Roman Catholic Diocese of Biloxi
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The Roman Catholic Diocese of Biloxi encompasses the southern 17 counties of Mississippi. It was erected on March 1, 1977, when it was split from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Jackson. The diocese is part of the ecclesiastical province of Mobile.
The Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in Biloxi, Mississippi, serves as the Episcopal see.
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The bishops of the Diocese of Biloxi and dates of service:
- Joseph Lawson Howze 1977-2001
- Thomas John Rodi 2001-Present
