Tag: Bishop Joel Baylon
Philippine bishop welcomes pope’s statement on death penalty
In his encyclical, “Fratelli tutti,” the pontiff said the Church is "firmly committed" to calling for the abolition of the death penalty
Catholic bishop of Legazpi deplores killing of ‘red-tagged’ parish lay leader
The bishop called for an investigation into the killings and for a “speedy disposition of their cases so that justice may be served"
Philippine ecumenical group launches online petition against revival of death penalty
“One Faith, One Nation, One Voice” declared its “absolute opposition” to the death penalty in a petition released on August 21
Bishop seeks dialogue with Philippine legislators on criminal justice system
Bishop Joel Baylon of Legazpi is seeking a dialogue with legislators to explore ways to improve the country's criminal justice system.
‘Domestic church’ very much alive amid challenging times
Bishop Baylon of Legazpi stressed that the faithful have rediscovered the beauty of having a 'church in our homes' during the pandemic
Legazpi bishop urges priests to celebrate Masses in villages
Masses can be done in covered courts or other places that can facilitate physical distancing at the same time accommodate more people
Albay parishes told to brace for storm
Bishop Joel Baylon of Legazpi in the province of Albay called on parishes in the diocese to prepare for a coming storm and open churches to evacuees.
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