Church Must Lead by Example on Transparency, Says Cagayan De Oro Archbishop

Church must lead by example on transparency, says Cagayan de Oro archbishop

CAGAYAN DE ORO, Philippines – Cagayan de Oro Archbishop Jose Cabantan said the Church must lead the campaign for transparency and accountability by setting an example in managing its finances, amid rising public outcry against corruption in government. Cabantan said the Church should be transparent by discussing its finances and economic activities with lay leaders and Church-based organizations. “Corruption is not just a political issue. It is …

‘Walk the talk’: Archbishop Cabantan opens Church finances to set example for corrupt officials

ASSERTING that corruption is a “moral and spiritual issue,” Archbishop Jose Cabantan challenged the Catholic Church to lead the campaign for transparency by first opening its own financial records to the public. Speaking to 400 parishioners at a rally in Gaston Park on Saturday, Cabantan said the Church must set the example if it expects government officials to be accountable. He committed to discussing the Archdiocese’s finances and economic ac…

Bishop Cabantan: in fight against corruption, Church should lead by example

CAGAYAN DE ORO (MindaNews / 30 November) — Amid the public outcry against corruption, Cagayan de Oro Archbishop Jose Cabantan said the Church should lead in the campaign for transparency and accountably by setting an example on its finances and other economic affairs. Cabantan said the Church should be transparent by discussing  their finances and economic activities  to its lay leaders and Church-based organizations. “Corruption is not just a p…