Chancellor
The diocesan chancellor gathers, arranges and safeguards the archive of the curia.
About the Office
The Chancellor is responsible for the arrangement and accessibility of the records and files for the diocese, particularly the sacramental registers that detail the sacramental history of each parish. The Chancellor, along with the archivist, assist in preserving both the recorded history of the diocese and its historical artifacts.
In the Diocese of San Diego, the Chancellor is also the Director of Pastoral Ministries overseeing the six pastoral ministry departments, Human Resources, maintenance of the Pastoral Center and co-coordinator for the diocesan Synod on Synodality.
Women’s Advisory Committee
Task force exploring the role of women in church leadership today
Sacramental Records
Are you looking for your sacramental records? We provide you information on where you can obtain them.
Diocesan Archives
Handbook for Sacramental Records
Censor Librorum
Prenuptial Forms
We offer a variety of forms for Catholics to use as they prepare to wed inside and outside of the diocese.
Diocesan Guidelines and Requests
Testimonial of Suitability Process
Academic Mandatum Request
Papal Blessings and Audiences
Diocesan Directory
You can order the latest comprehensive directory of the Diocese of San Diego.
Contact Information
Maria Olivia Galván
(she)Chancellor, Vice Moderator of the Curia and Director for Pastoral Ministries
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(she)Chancellor, Vice Moderator of the Curia and Director for Pastoral Ministries
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