Tag: Vicariate of Puerto Princesa

Bishop Socrates Mesiona of the Apostolic Vicariate of Puerto Princesa expressed concerns that the decision may be reversed at any time.

Palawan is also home to different indigenous groups, each with its own rich culture and tradition.

Moreno, an Augustinian Recollect, served as Puerto Princesa’s first prison and military chaplain

They called on authorities to make efforts to protect the country’s “last ecological frontier” from further environmental destruction

The bishops said the mining company "acted in blatant defiance of the law by continuously operating its mine"

The residents said they have no recourse but to organize protests because the mining firm continues to operate

Bishop Socrates Mesiona of Puerto Princesa said the Bible is translated into a local language to be understood better by the people

“Destroying the environment is a sin. And so as believers, we are obliged to protect our only home,” Bishop Mesiona said

“It is only appropriate to respect their rights and listen to their grievances,” said the bishop

Sa liham-pastoral ni Bishop Socrates Mesiona, sinabi ng obispo na ang pagtutol ng taumbayan ay isang karapatang dapat igalang