Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy issued a pastoral appeal on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, calling on government officials to remember the controversy surrounding flood control projects and to ensure that justice is served for the people amidst allegations of massive corruption.
Appeal to Government Leaders
In his appeal, Uy addressed the President, government leaders, and all responsible agencies, urging them to demonstrate that the investigation into the flood-control scandal is being pursued seriously, sincerely, and without favoritism. He emphasized that if wrongdoing is proven, those responsible must be held accountable and punished accordingly, regardless of political party or influence. Justice, he said, must never favor only the powerful or the politically convenient.
Call to Fellow Bishops
Uy also called on his brother bishops to speak out regarding the forthcoming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. He urged them to join the calls for truth and accountability by speaking clearly and courageously. As a member of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), he appealed for continued defense of truth, justice, accountability, and the common good. He stressed that the Church should be just as strong in urging a swift and credible investigation into the flood-control anomalies as it is in calling for the proper constitutional process regarding the impeachment case.
Call to the Faithful
Lastly, the archbishop called on the Filipino faithful to remain vigilant in the pursuit of truth and justice on prevailing national issues. He warned against allowing anger, hatred, mockery, and political fanaticism to take over hearts, as this would further divide and burden the nation. Instead, he urged Christians and Filipinos to seek truth, justice, honesty, and the common good, not only through prayer but also through active engagement.
