Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle during a solemn ceremony for his formal possession of the titular bishop of Albano on Saturday, October 11, 2025. —Screenshot from Diocesi Di Albano/Youtube
TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE, Philippines — Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle on Sunday, July 12, called on faithful to resist the “decay and corruption” afflicting society, saying only the Word of God can renew individuals and communities, as he celebrated the 30th sacerdotal anniversary of Msgr. Erwin Jose Balagapo at the Our Lady of Lourdes Parish here.
Tagle’s message comes as the country continues to grapple with corruption issues involving several government officials, including Vice President Sara Duterte, who is facing an impeachment trial over allegations that include the misuse of confidential funds and other alleged irregularities.
While the cardinal made no reference to any individual or political issue, his homily focused on corruption as a moral and spiritual condition that destroys society.
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