Tag: Diocese of Borongan
E. Samar priest and staunch anti-mining advocate dies in road accident
Galo was a vocal opponent of mining operations in the province, actively advocating for environmental protection
Bishop of Borongan urges Filipinos to reject corruption and advance environmental...
Bishop Crispin Varquez highlighted pressing social and environmental concerns and urged voters to make responsible choices at the polls
Philippine bishop: Haiyan anniversary ‘reminds us of our true mission’
“This moment is not just a remembrance of the challenges we faced but a celebration of the resilience and unity"
IN PHOTOS: Catholics rally against mining in E. Samar
Varquez asserted, "Mining poses a threat to the environment, and there is scant evidence of responsible mining practices in the Philippines."
Caritas Philippines urges reparations for mining communities in E. Samar
“We condemn the practices that prioritize profit over the well-being of individuals and ecosystems,” said Bishop Alminaza
10 years after Typhoon Yolanda, bishop says path to full recovery...
The bishop called on his flock to “redouble our efforts” to help those who are still recovering from the killer storm
Borongan diocese makes public confidential Vatican document on priest’s dismissal
The action was taken in response to Aclon’s demand for a copy of the Vatican decree that laicized him from the priesthood
Pope Francis expels Filipino priest for sexual abuse cases
The Holy See has repeatedly apologized over the clerical abuses and vowed to confront abusers and restore justice.
Eastern Samar residents march against mining
The demonstrators marched from the provincial capitol grounds to the Borongan Cathedral for the celebration of the Holy Mass
Prayer rally to call for end to mining in Samar island
The demonstrators will also gather for Mass at the cathedral, with Bishop Crispin Varquez as the main presider.