Abstain from stealing public funds, pols toldCBCP Executive Secretary of Episcopal Commission on Public Affairs, Fr. MANILA, Philippines — As the Catholic Church begins the observance of Lent, an official of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) yesterday advised corrupt politicians to fast and abstain from stealing public funds. “So that we may hold power accountable, let us rally together for the passage of an authentic Anti-Dynasty Bill. The CBCP also called for the creation of local, diocesan or parish-based volunteer groups that would be vigilant in monitoring public funds, programs and projects. But Garcera reminded that in order to achieve change, there should be honesty, love and a personal and communal kind of conversion.

Source: Philippine Star February 17, 2026 16:05 UTC