Introduction Bitena Deanery is a vital ecclesiastical division within the Catholic Church in the Vicariate of Soddo, Ethiopia. It comprises three parishes and two pastoral zones, each playing a crucial role in evangelization, catechesis, and pastoral care. The deanery serves as a hub for faith development and spiritual growth, engaging numerous catechists who dedicate their efforts to spreading the Gospel and serving their communities.

Role of the Deanery Bitena Deanery serves as a key administrative and spiritual entity, ensuring effective coordination between the parishes and pastoral zones. Its mission focuses on pastoral care, catechetical instruction, sacramental administration, and social outreach. The structure of the deanery allows for efficient organization and support of faith communities, fostering active participation in Church activities.

The catechists, both main and assistant, play a fundamental role in religious education, guiding the faithful in their spiritual journey, and maintaining vibrant church communities.

Bitena Deanery, with its well-organized network of parishes and pastoral zones, remains a cornerstone of the Catholic mission in the region. Through its dedicated catechists and structured pastoral approach, the deanery continues to nurture the faith and well-being of its members, strengthening the Catholic community for generations to come.

Parishes and Pastoral Zones Bitena Deanery consists of the following three parishes and two pastoral zones:

Parishes and Pastoral Zone Under Bitena Deanery 

Bitena Our Ladies of Queen of Peace Mary Parish

• Parish Name: Our Ladies of Queen of Peace Mary parish
• Patron Saint: St Mary
• Parish Priest:  Rev Fr Alemayehu Lendado Dilebo
• Year Established: 2006
• Parish Address & Location: Bitena, Dugong Fano, Woliata Ethiopia
• Contact Information: Email:alemayehulenda@gmail.com  Phone +251912005305
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EDDO

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HOTOTA

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DIMTU 

• Parish Name: Our Ladies of Nativity  parish
• Patron Saint: St Mary of Nativity
• Parish Priest:  Rev Fr Alemayehu Lendado Dilebo
• Year Established: 2008
• Parish Address & Location: Bitena, Dugong Fano, Woliata Ethiopia
• Contact Information: Email: alemayehulenda@gmail.com Phone +251912005305
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BADESSA

• Parish Name: St Michael Parish
• Patron Saint:  St Michael 
• Parish Priest:  Rev Fr Birhanu Bunde Lalore
• Year Established: 1982
• Parish Address & Location: Damote Woyide, Badessa, Ethiopia
• Contact Information: Email:bundeberhanu983@gmail.com Phone: +251913743561
• Number of Catholics: 4100