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The Bishop of Coimbra, Virgílio Antunes, 64, was elected president of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference this Tuesday.
Among the challenges facing the new leader of the CEP are the continuation of the process to prevent and combat sexual abuse in Portugal, as well as adapting to a new pontificate.
Throughout two terms as president of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference (CEP), D. José Ornelas established himself as one of the most progressive voices in the Portuguese episcopate.
Starting today, Portuguese bishops are meeting in Fátima for another Plenary Assembly of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference (CEP), where the main agenda item will be the election of new leaders.
The Bishop of Leiria-Fátima, José Ornelas, has reached the two-term limit as head of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference and will deliver his final address as leader of the Catholic Church in Portugal.
The Bishop of Leiria-Fátima is set to leave the presidency of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference (CEP) after two terms spanning six years. His successor will be elected next week. In a review interview, he criticises believers who use faith to promote exclusion, discusses the internal debate regarding changes within the Church, and expresses his hope to see Pope Leo XIV in Portugal in 2027.
