In a moment of profound reflection, Cardinal-elect Pablo Virgilio David, recently appointed to this high office, recalls the whirlwind of emotions that followed the unexpected announcement of his new role in the Catholic Church.
Pope Francis has announced a Consistory for the creation of 21 new Cardinals from around the globe, scheduled to take place on December 8, 2024, at the Vatican, coinciding with the Feast of the Immaculate Conception.
“Indonesian independence was not a gift from the colonialists, but the result of a long struggle involving all components of the nation, involving all ethnic groups and all religious adherents,” said Cardinal Suharyo.
Cardinal Bo cites the book’s “fresh insights into the process of reform and renewal in the Church,” which he considers to be “of great interest and benefit for the Church and all peoples of Asia.”
This unique series of five “live” conversations offers Catholics of the Archdiocese of Singapore the opportunity to connect with Cardinal Goh on matters close to their hearts.
The Holy Father named Cardinal Stephen Chow Sau-yan, S.J., bishop of Hong Kong, China, for the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue and Cardinal Sebastian Francis, bishop of Penang, Malaysia, for Promoting Integral Human Development.
A senior Muslim leader in Singapore on June 2 congratulated Archbishop William Goh Seng Chye of the city-state for being elected to be one of the Cardinals.
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on June 1 wrote on his Facebook page words of congratulations to Archbishop William Goh Seng Chye for being elected to be one of the Cardinals.
