José Lázaro Fuerte Advíncula Jr.

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His Eminence José Lázaro Fuerte Advíncula Jr.
Bishop of Archdiocese of Manila
Home diocese: Archdiocese of Manila
Other diocese 1: Archdiocese of Cápiz
Other diocese 2: Diocese of San Carlos
Other diocese 3:
Ordination: 14 April 1976 by Archbishop Antonio Frondosa
Consecration: 8 September 2001 by Archbishop Antonio Franco
Rank: Cardinal
Created cardinal: 28 November 2020 by Pope Francis
Personal details
Born: José Lázaro Fuerte Advíncula Jr.
30 March 1952
Dumalag, Cápiz, Philippines
Died:
Nationality: Filipino
Education: Saint Pius X Seminary (Roxas City), University of Santo Tomas, De La Salle University, Pontifical University of Saint Thomas Aquinas (Angelicum)
Motto: "Audiam Vocem Tuam Domine" (I Will Hear Your Voice, Lord)
Role: Diocesan
Theology: Moderate
Region: Asia
Rite: Roman Rite
Conclave Eligibility: Eligible


Cardinal José Lázaro Fuerte Advíncula Jr., OP, born (1952-03-30) March 30, 1952 (age 73), is a Filipino prelate of the Roman Catholic Church and a professed member of the Dominican Order, serving as the 33rd Archbishop of Manila since 2021.[1] Elevated to cardinal by Pope Francis in 2020, Advíncula is noted for his commitment to synodality, emphasizing dialogue and outreach to the peripheries, as seen in his establishment of mission stations and schools in remote areas of San Carlos and Cápiz.[2] His motto, “Audiam Vocem Tuam Domine” (I Will Hear Your Voice, Lord), reflects his pastoral approach of listening to the faithful, evident in his 2024 call for dialogue on the Absolute Divorce Bill and his 2025 reflections at Pope Francis’ funeral, urging Catholics to be “smugglers of faith.”[3] At 73, Advíncula is one of three Filipino cardinal-electors in the 2025 papal conclave, starting May 7, alongside Luis Antonio Tagle and Pablo Virgilio David, marking a historic moment for the Philippines.[4]

A canon lawyer with degrees from the University of Santo Tomas and the Angelicum in Rome, Advíncula served as Bishop of San Carlos (2001–2011) and Archbishop of Cápiz (2011–2021) before his Manila appointment.[5] His tenure has included advocating for indigenous rights, as seen in a 2021 pastoral letter addressing the Tumandok killings, and promoting inclusivity, notably during the 2024 Black Nazarene feast.[6] Appointed to the Dicastery for Clergy (2020) and Dicastery for Bishops (2022), Advíncula has influenced global Church governance while addressing local issues like political tensions and environmental concerns.[2] In 2024, he suspended a priest involved in a public altercation, reinforcing his commitment to pastoral discipline.[2]

Biography

Birth and early life

José Lázaro Fuerte Advíncula Jr. was born on March 30, 1952, in Dumalag, Cápiz, Philippines, to José Firmalino Advíncula and Carmen Falsis Fuerte.[1] Raised in a Catholic family with several priestly relatives, including his brother Monsignor Ben Advíncula and cousin Father Antonio Fuerte Arinquin, he attended primary school in Dumalag before entering Saint Pius X Seminary in Roxas City for high school.[7] His early exposure to Cardinal Jaime Sin, a teacher at the seminary, influenced his vocation.[1]

Growing up in rural Cápiz, Advíncula developed a commitment to serving underserved communities, a focus that defined his later ministry.[8] He joined the Dominican Order during his studies, shaping his pastoral and intellectual approach.[9]

Education

Advíncula studied philosophy at Saint Pius X Seminary in Roxas City and theology at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, earning a bachelor’s degree in theology.[1] He obtained a Master of Arts in Education (Guidance and Counseling) from De La Salle University and pursued canon law at the University of Santo Tomas and the Pontifical University of Saint Thomas Aquinas (Angelicum) in Rome, earning a licentiate in canon law.[5] His dissertation focused on ecclesiastical governance in the Philippines.[2]

Fluent in English, Tagalog, and Ilonggo, Advíncula’s education in psychology and canon law equipped him for roles in seminary formation and Church administration.[10] His studies emphasized outreach to marginalized communities, aligning with his later mission.[8]

Priesthood

Ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Cápiz on April 14, 1976, by Archbishop Antonio Frondosa, Advíncula served as spiritual director, professor, and dean of studies at Saint Pius X Seminary.[1] He worked in seminaries in Vigan (Archdiocese of Nueva Segovia) and Jaro, Iloilo, and was appointed rector of Saint Pius X Seminary in 1995 and Sancta Maria Mater et Regina Seminarium in 1999.[11] He also served as Defender of the Bond, Promoter of Justice, and Judicial Vicar in Cápiz.[5]

His priesthood focused on formation and outreach, establishing mission stations in remote areas.[8] In 1997, he was named Papal Chaplain by Pope John Paul II, recognizing his contributions.[10]

Bishop

Appointed Bishop of San Carlos on July 25, 2001, by Pope John Paul II, Advíncula was consecrated on September 8, 2001, by Archbishop Antonio Franco.[12] Named Archbishop of Cápiz on November 9, 2011, by Pope Benedict XVI, he served until his appointment as Archbishop of Manila on March 25, 2021, by Pope Francis.[1] Elevated to cardinal on November 28, 2020, he received the titular church of San Vigilio in Via Paolo Di Dono.[5] Due to COVID-19, he received his cardinal’s insignia in Roxas City in June 2021.[1]

As Archbishop of Manila, Advíncula has promoted synodality, addressed indigenous rights, and navigated political tensions, including a 2024 priest suspension for public misconduct.[2] He participates in the 2025 conclave, a historic moment for Filipino representation.[4]

Diocese Role Start Date End Date Notes
Diocese of San Carlos Bishop 25 July 2001 9 November 2011 Focused on mission stations and schools
Archdiocese of Cápiz Archbishop 9 November 2011 25 March 2021 Elevated to cardinal in 2020
Archdiocese of Manila Archbishop 25 March 2021 Present First cardinal appointed as Archbishop of Manila

Significant events

  • Entered Saint Pius X Seminary, 1964.[1]
  • Ordained priest for Archdiocese of Cápiz, 1976.[1]
  • Named Papal Chaplain by Pope John Paul II, 1997.[10]
  • Appointed rector of Sancta Maria Mater et Regina Seminarium, 1999.[11]
  • Named Bishop of San Carlos, 2001.[12]
  • Appointed Archbishop of Cápiz, 2011.[1]
  • Co-authored pastoral letter on Tumandok killings, 2021.[6]
  • Elevated to cardinal by Pope Francis, 2020.[1]
  • Named Archbishop of Manila, 2021.[1]
  • Installed as Cardinal-Priest of San Vigilio, 2022.[1]
  • Received honorary doctorate in applied theology from De La Salle University, 2023.[1]
  • Suspended priest for public misconduct, 2024.[2]
  • Addressed Absolute Divorce Bill, 2024.[2]
  • Attended Pope Francis’ funeral and conclave preparations, 2025.[3]

Books

Written about the bishop

  • No specific biographies dedicated to Cardinal Advíncula were identified.

Written by the bishop

  • No books authored by Cardinal Advíncula were identified. He has issued pastoral letters and statements through the Archdiocese of Manila, but no published books are documented.

External links

References

  1. ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 "José Advíncula". Wikipedia. 2020-10-26. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jose_Advincula. 
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 "Cardinal José Fuerte Advíncula". The College of Cardinals Report. 2024-11-23. https://collegeofcardinalsreport.com/cardinals/cardinal-jose-fuerte-advincula/. 
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Cardinal Advíncula: Heed Pope Francis’ call to be smugglers of faith". GMA News Online. 2025-04-22. https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/nation/904752/cardinal-advincula-heed-pope-francis-call-to-be-smugglers-of-faith/story/. 
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Conclave: Who will elect the next Pope". Vatican News. 2025-04-29. https://www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2025-04/conclave-who-will-elect-the-next-pope.html. 
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 "Cardinal José F. Advíncula". Vatican Press. https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/documentation/cardinals_biographies/cardinals_bio_advincula_jf.html. 
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 "José Advíncula Early life and studies, Priesthood, Bishop of San Carlos, Archbishop of Cápiz". Wikipedian.net. 2020-10-21. https://en.wikipedian.net/wiki/Jose_Advincula. 
  7. ↑ "Who Is Cardinal José Advíncula, Manila’s New Archbishop?". Esquire Philippines. 2021-03-26. https://www.esquiremag.ph/culture/lifestyle/who-is-cardinal-jose-advincula-manila-s-new-archbishop-a00297-20210326. 
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 "It’s official: Cápiz Archbishop José Advíncula now a cardinal". Rappler. 2020-11-29. https://www.rappler.com/nation/capiz-archbishop-jose-advincula-cardinal-pope-francis/. 
  9. ↑ "José Advíncula". Wikipedia (French). 2021-03-25. https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jose_Advincula. 
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 "Archbishop José F. Advíncula". UCA News. https://www.ucanews.com/directory/bishops/archbishop-jose-f-advincula/132. 
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 "Biography". Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Manila. 2021-08-22. https://rcam.org/index.php/about-us/biography/. 
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 "José Lázaro Fuerte Cardinal Advíncula Jr.". Catholic-Hierarchy.org. https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/badvj.html. 
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