Pope Francis Appoints Rev. Fr. Luisito Occiano as New Bishop of Virac Diocese
Rev. Fr. Occiano, appointed by Pope Francis as the new bishop of the Diocese of Virac Virac, Catanduanes – Rev. Father Luisito Occiano of the Archdiocese of Caceres was formally appointed by Pope Francis on Thursday, February 29, 2024, as the new Bishop of the Diocese of Virac. Occiano will be the third Bishop of […] The post Pope Francis Appoints Rev. Fr. Luisito Occiano as New Bishop of Virac Diocese appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
‘He can be a diplomat’: Charismatic Naga priest is new bishop of Virac
Father Luisito Occiano, a longtime priest in Naga City, is set to lead the Diocese of Virac after its bishop for the past three decades retired.....»»
The Mayor of Virac expresses gratitude to the former Chief of Police and extends full support to the new leadership of PNP Virac
Mayor Sammy Laynes conveys his appreciation for the service rendered by outgoing Chief of Police Robert Kevin Caparosso during his tenure at the Virac Municipal Police Station for several years. Meanwhile, the mayor pledges his full support to the new leadership under OIC Chief of Police Emsol Icawat. “We also thank our outgoing chief, PMAJ […] The post The Mayor of Virac expresses gratitude to the former Chief of Police and extends full support to the new leadership of PNP Virac appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
Pope Francis appoints new archbishop in Bicol
Alarcon, who was the former Bishop of the Diocese of Daet, has been transferred to the archdiocese which holds jurisdiction in the third, fourth and fifth congressional districts of Camarines Sur, Naga City, Iriga City and the Municipality of Gainza......»»
Bishop approved by Pope Francis ordained in China in apparent thaw in relations
The Vatican says Reverend Taddeo Wang Yuessheng was ordained as bishop the Pope 'in the framework' of a landmark 2018 accord between Beijing and the Vatican on the naming of bishops.....»»
Ukraine, allies slam Pope Francis’ ‘white flag’ comment
KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian and allied officials Sunday criticized Pope Francis for saying that Kyiv should have the “courage” to negotiate an end to the war with Russia, a statement many interpreted as a call for Ukraine to surrender. The foreign ministers of Ukraine and Poland, a vocal ally of Kyiv, condemned the pope’s remarks......»»
Pope Francis names Philippines’ first Dominican bishop in decades
Father Napoleon Sipalay Jr., an official of the University of Santo Tomas and former head of Filipino Dominicans, is the new bishop of Alaminos, Pangasinan.....»»
Church people share fond memories of Pagadian Bishop Ronald Lunas
PAGADIAN CITY (MindaNews / 13 January) – Eulogies and stories from priests, nuns and seminarians from the Pagadian Diocese who have fond memories of the Bishop Ronald “Bong” Lunas marked the five-day wake here for the deceased prelate who was remembered as a humble, patient and exemplary church official, prior to his burial Thursday at […].....»»
LIFE’ by Pope Francis
In a book that was newly released, Pope Francis tells the story of his life for the first time. Fittingly, the title of the book is “LIFE: My Story through History” published by Harper Collins, Italia, 2024......»»
Pope Francis naratay, absent sa Easter vigil
Hindi makakadalo sa taunang Easter ceremony sa Vatican ang Santo Papa matapos itong maratay. The post Pope Francis naratay, absent sa Easter vigil first appeared on Abante......»»
Pope skips Good Friday procession ‘to preserve his health’
VATICAN CITY (Reuters) -Pope Francis cancelled at the last minute his attendance at the Good Friday procession at Rome’s Colosseum, in what the Vatican described as a bid “to preserve his health” ahead of more Easter week engagements. Francis’ agenda for the next two days consists of an Easter Vigil service on Saturday evening and.....»»
Pope Francis urges diplomatic solution to Ukraine war on anniversary of Russia’s invasion
'It is a war that not only devastates that region but also unleashes global waves of hate and fear,' says Pope Francis.....»»
FACT CHECK: Pope Francis quote on eating ‘whatever you want’ during Lent is fake
Pope Francis’ message for Lent in 2024, on the theme ‘Through the Desert God Leads us to Freedom,’ doesn’t contain the alleged quote.....»»
Pope Francis urged to offer financial support for abused nuns
Activists call for Pope Francis to establish a fund for nuns who quit religious life due to abuse from priests.....»»
Pope Francis says war is in itself a crime against humanity
'People need peace, the world needs peace,' Pope Francis says.....»»
Pope Francis appoints Filipino priest as bishop in California
MANILA, Philippines — A Filipino priest in the United States of America was appointed by Pope Francis as an auxiliary bishop in the Diocese of Sacramento, California on Saturday. In the announcement of the Holy See, Father Reynaldo Bersabal, the parish priest of Saint Francis of Assisi in Sacramento, will accompany Bishop Jaime Soto and.....»»
Mindanao bishops Odchimar and Pacana die on same day, 2 hours apart
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 1 February)—Two Mindanao bishops passed on on Thursday, February 1—Tandag Bishop Emeritus Nereo Odchimar at 10:27 a.m. and Malaybalay Bishop Emeritus Honesto Pacana at 12:33 p.m. Last month, two Mindanao bishops also passed away, the 57-year old Pagadian Bishop Ronald Lunas on January 2 and the 89-year old Davao Archbishop Emeritus […].....»»
Engr. Francis Gianan, bagong GM ng FICELCO
Engineer Francis Gianan, New GM of FICELCO The National Electrification Administration (NEA) has confirmed the appointment of Engineer Francis Gianan as the General Manager of the First Catanduanes Electric Cooperative (FICELCO). Engineer Gianan, currently heading the Technical Services Management and also served as officer-in-charge in the early part of 2023, was recommended by the FICELCO’s […] The post Engr. Francis Gianan, bagong GM ng FICELCO appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
LWUA appoints new MCWD acting general manager
LWUA appoints new MCWD acting general manager.....»»
Pope Francis asks aide to read ceremonial speech due to bronchitis
Afterwards, the pope is able to meet German Chancellor Olaf Scholz during an audience at the Vatican.....»»
Pope Francis calls for studies into ‘ugly’ gender theory
'I have asked that studies be carried out into this ugly ideology of our times, which cancels out the differences and makes everything the same... Cancelling out the differences means cancelling out humanity,' the Pope says......»»