Catholicism in Sogod
See also: Roman Catholic Diocese of MaasinCatholicism is a deeply rooted institution in this municipality within 93% of the entire population of Sogod embracing the faith. Hence, Sogod is predominantly Roman Catholic. While 7% belongs to other Protestant sects and a small Muslim minority. In May 8, 2011, the Diocese of Maasin are appointing the priests to their respected assignments. Reverend Monsignor Nestor S. Astillo, PC, Reverend Father Pepito Generan Jr., assistant parish priest; Reverend Father Wilson Delos Reyes are the new parish curate, parochial vicar and resident priest of the Immaculate Conception Parish of Sogod, respectively. In the Holy Child Parish of Barangay Consolacion, Reverend Father Jose Benito S. Labrador is currently the parish priest of the parish.
Sogod, under the Roman Catholic Diocese of Maasin since 1968, is divided into two parishes, namely:
- Holy Child Parish, Barangay Consolacion
- Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, Barangay Rizal (Poblacion)
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