Roman Catholic Diocese of Loreto
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History
The diocese was established by Pope Sixtus V in the Bull Pro excellenti of 17 March 1586.[3] It was merged with the Diocese of Recanati to form the Diocese of Recanati e Loreto in either 1591 or 1592.[4]
Bishops
Diocese of Loreto
Erected: 17 March 1586
Latin Name: Dioecesis ab Alma Domo Lauretana
- Francesco Cantucci (23 Mar 1586 - 26 Nov 1586 Died)[5]
- Rutilio Benzoni (16 Dec 1586 - 9 Feb 1592 Appointed, Bishop of Recanati e Loreto)
9 February 1592: United with the Diocese of Recanati to form the Diocese of Recanati e Loreto
