Diocese of Gary Email Format
Religious InstitutionsIndiana, United States51-200 Employees
The Diocese of Gary is a Roman Catholic ecclesiastical jurisdiction within the religious institutions sector, serving the community through its mission rooted in Baptism, Word and Sacrament, and the pursuit of truth, peace, justice, and love. Based in Merrillville, Indiana, the organization emphasizes its role as a sign and instrument of God’s kingdom for a diverse group of parishioners, with a focus on fostering unity and spiritual nourishment within the local faith community. It supports a range of activities typical of a diocese, including education and pastoral services, and collaborates with partner organizations to enhance access to resources for its institutions and programs. In recent years, the Diocese of Gary has engaged in partnerships to expand opportunities for Catholic schools in the region, notably through collaboration with the Big Shoulders Fund to broaden resources and preserve a high-quality, values-based education for students. This aligns the diocese with networks that bolster educational mission and access within Northwest Indiana. The organization operates within the broader Catholic Diocese ecosystem and shares common regional ties with neighboring dioceses, reflecting similarities in size and scope among these religious bodies.