Mark Saludes

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A Filipino bishop appointed by Pope Francis months before his death led a requiem Mass in Quezon City, honoring the pontiff’s legacy of humility and his vision of a Church that stands with the poor. Bishop Elias Ayuban, CMF, presided over the liturgy at the Immaculate Conception Cathedral in Cubao on April 22, leading the local Church in prayer and remembrance for Pope Francis, who died on April 21 at the age of 88.

3 days ago | licas.news | Mark Saludes

Filipino Catholic and ecumenical leaders have joined the global Church in mourning the death of Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21 at the age of 88. Described as a “shepherd who walked with his people,” the late pontiff was remembered in requiem Masses and public tributes across the country for his humility, advocacy for the poor, and enduring impact on Filipino faith communities.

4 days ago | licas.news | Mark Saludes

Asian bishops on Monday mourned the passing of Pope Francis, praising him as a shepherd of humility and mercy who led the Catholic Church with a deep commitment to dialogue, justice, and hope. Bishops described the late pontiff as a spiritual father who lived the Gospel with courage and compassion, especially for the poor, the excluded, and those on the margins of society.

4 days ago | licas.news | Mark Saludes

Cardinal Isao Kikuchi issued a strong moral call to uphold the sanctity of life, condemning all forms of violence and despair that continue to spread across the globe at the Easter Vigil celebration in Tokyo. “Life, a gift given to us by the Father in his mercy and love, must be protected from its beginning to its end, without exception,” the cardinal said during his homily at St. Mary’s Cathedral.

1 week ago | licas.news | Mark Saludes

Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David of Kalookan on Thursday urged the Catholic Church in the Philippines to confront despair, disinformation, and social injustice head-on. He warned against apathy and called for a renewed commitment to mission amid deepening national challenges. Delivering his homily during the Chrism Mass, the president of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines said the Church must act decisively amid “a tide” of resentment and misinformation.