Pope Leo XIV congratulates Cardinal Advincula on priestly milestones

MANILA, Philippines — Pope Leo XIV has congratulated Cardinal Jose Advincula on the latter’s 50th anniversary of priestly ordination and 25th anniversary of episcopal consecration, with the pope praying that he continues to fulfill his ministry “in fidelity and obedience.”  The pope’s letter to the cardinal dated March 2, 2026 was shared by the Manila