Spanish Dioceses announce 2026 Diocesan Church Day campaign

The Spanish Episcopal Conference has presented the campaign for the 2026 Diocesan Church Day, scheduled for November 8. Under the motto “God counts on you,” the campaign calls for increased commitment from the faithful through prayer, time, and financial support to sustain diocesan and parish activities.

In the Diocese of Astorga, officials reported that the institution provided assistance to 50,425 people through charitable activities. Financial reports for 2025 showed total income of 11,768,486 euros, an increase attributed largely to changes in accounting methods that now include educational centers and more parishes.

Despite its significance in Castilla y León, the Diocese of Astorga faces demographic challenges, with over 500 parishes having fewer than 100 inhabitants, complicating economic sustainability.