Press Release

Cardinals Luis Antonio Tagle and Pablo Virgilio “Ambo” David share a profound message of hope and faith for Asia ahead of the 2033 Great Jubilee during a Nov. 29 gathering at the Great Pilgrimage of Hope in Penang.

As the Catholic Church in South Korea prepares to host World Youth Day 2027, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle offered reflections on the role of culture, cuisine, and everyday encounters in deepening faith and welcoming the world’s youth.

The mental health of priests and bishops emerged as a critical topic during a press conference at the ongoing Great Pilgrimage of Hope in Penang, as Church leaders discussed the challenges clergy face in maintaining their emotional and psychological well-being.

As the Great Pilgrimage of Hope drew thousands of faithful to Penang, Cardinal Philip Neri, President of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences (FABC), shared reflections on the experience, its significance for Asia, and the future of the Church’s engagement across the continent.

During a press conference held at the Great Pilgrimage of Hope on November 29, Pablo Virgilio S. Cardinal David, Bishop of Kalookan and President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines, responded to questions on the Church’s preparations for the 2033 Jubilee Year marking 2,000 years since the death and resurrection of Jesus.