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Religious communities in Philippines see grace and mission in election of...
“We, consecrated men and women in the Philippines, welcome the new Holy Father with filial devotion and synodal solidarity"
First blessing of Pope Leo XIV
He addressed the world in Italian and Spanish, concluding with the recitation of the “Ave Maria” and imparting the Urbi et Orbi blessing
Pope Leo XIV’s election resonates in Thailand as Catholics celebrate first...
“The new pope is not claiming a throne but embracing a cross,” said Archbishop Francis Xavier Vira Arpondratana of Bangkok
Verde Island fisherfolk press election hopefuls to protect marine corridor, livelihoods
“We challenge aspiring leaders to show genuine commitment to protecting both our environment,” said Fr. Edwin Gariguez
Majority of senate bets silent on environmental crisis, green groups warn
“Only eight candidates responded to urgent environmental questions—that’s not just disappointing, it’s a red flag,” said Greenpeace
Black smoke rises: Catholic Church still without new pontiff
The smoke appeared more than three hours after the 133 electors were sealed inside the Sistine Chapel to begin the secret balloting process
Let the word be exposed again—from margins to center
Reflects on Pope Francis’s legacy and urges the election of a new pope who will embody mercy, mission, and serve the global peripheries.
Filipino bishops call for nationwide prayer as papal conclave begins
They urged the faithful to stay spiritually engaged, hopeful the Church will welcome a pope who will lead with “love, humility, and faith"
Ecumenical group calls for peace-driven vote, reforms in 2025 polls
The group called on Filipinos to remain vigilant after the elections and to demand accountability from those elected into office
Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David: Standing up for children’s rights
The late Pope Francis strongly commended and supported him for his stand — something all Filipino Christians should be doing
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