Vatican news The Catholic Church in the Philippines has officially begun the process of beatification of Laureana “Ka Luring” Franco, a revered lay catechist who dedicated her life to serving the poor and defending the faith. By LiCAS News The official procedure to begin the beatification process of Laureana “Ka Luring” Franco was inaugurated by…
Vatican news In a world plagued by misinformation and fake news, a Catholic bishop has stressed that the Church’s true influence lies in sharing the truth of God’s mercy, compassion and goodness. By Roy Lagarde, LiCAS News Bishop Jose Rapadas of Iligan told Catholic communicators that by embodying these virtues in their ministry, they make…
Vatican news Bishop Pablo Virgilio David, president of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), is urging parish priests to share pastoral responsibilities with the laity during the ongoing “National Meeting of Parish Priests for the Synod” in Manila. By LiCAS News The event, which runs from July 29 to August 1, brought together…
At the end of his five-day visit to the Philippines, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Vatican Secretary for Relations with States, speaks to Filipino diplomats about the Holy See's approach to diplomacy and advocacy for peace and human dignity over military might. By Isabella Piro Faced with the conflicts that are currently tearing apart different parts…
The Vatican Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations travels for five days to the Philippines, where he will participate in “Pope's Day”, meet government officials and attend the plenary assembly of bishops and a conference . By Vatican News The Vatican Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher,…