Office of the Chancellor

The chancellor maintains the diocesan records in the archives and acts as the chief record keeper of the diocese (c. 482 §1).  The chancellor also serves as a notary (c. 482 §3). 

Important Resources:

• 2023 Sacramental Handbook
• 2025 Sacramental Record Keeping Quick Guide

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Archives

The Diocese of Winona-Rochester does not maintain sacramental records. For the purposes of genealogy research, please contact the local parish where records are kept.