At the opening of the second session of the 16th General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops, Pope Francis underscored the importance of lay involvement in shaping a Church that is humble, inclusive, and guided by the Holy Spirit.
A Filipino cardinal reminded parish priests to foster active participation in their parish communities by encouraging parishioners to witness their faith boldly.
Cardinal Jose Advincula, Archbishop of Manila, said the faithful should engage in more listening and dialogue to come up with more effective and impactful pro-life strategies.
“Despite the challenges the country and the world are experiencing, the CMMA plays the important role of shaping and influencing the mindset, perspective, and character of society through their various works,” Archbishop Advincula said.
Cardinal Jose Advincula was conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Theology, honoris causa, by the De La Salle University (DLSU) on Saturday.
'The Catholic Church is inclusive. The Church is ecumenical. The Church is in dialogue with other faith traditions. The Church is in dialogue with the whole world,' Cardinal Advincula.
Cardinal Jose Advincula of Manila tested positive of COVID-19, two days after a religious congregation in the Philippine capital announced that 62 of its nuns were positive of the disease.
Cardinal Jose Advincula of Manila led the opening of the “Season of Creation” with the celebration of the Holy Mass at the Manila Cathedral on Wednesday, September 1.
Cardinal Jose Advincula, new archbishop of Manila, led Church leaders in offering prayers for the country’s former president, Benigno Aquino III, who died on June 24.
