Juan de Ribera (bishop of Santa Cruz de la Sierra)

Juan de Ribera served as the Bishop of Santa Cruz de la Sierra in colonial Spanish America. Biographical details about him, including his birth and death dates and specific activities within the diocese, are currently scarce in readily available historical sources. He was part of the larger ecclesiastical structure established by the Spanish crown to administer religious affairs and oversee the conversion of indigenous populations in the region. His role would have involved managing the local clergy, administering sacraments, overseeing the construction and maintenance of churches, and enforcing Church doctrine. Further research into archival records from the period may reveal more detailed information about his tenure and contributions to the Diocese of Santa Cruz de la Sierra.