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John Ribat, MSC (born 9 February 1957), is a Papua New Guinean Catholic prelate and cardinal who has served as Archbishop of Port Moresby since 2008. The first cardinal from Papua New Guinea, elevated by Pope Francis in 2016, Ribat is a member of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart and a prominent advocate for climate change action, social justice, and interreligious dialogue in the Pacific. His leadership has focused on addressing the challenges of a developing nation, including poverty, education, and environmental threats to coastal communities, earning him international recognition, such as a knighthood (KBE) in 2016. At 68, Ribat is a key participant in the 2025 papal conclave, set to begin May 7, where he has emphasized the need for a pope who is “open” and capable of leading with humility and fidelity.<ref name="wiki">{{cite web |url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Ribat |title=John Ribat |publisher=Wikipedia |access-date=2025-04-29}}</ref><ref name="vatican">{{cite web |url=https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/documentation/cardinals_biographies/cardinals_bio_ribat_j.html |title=Cardinal John Ribat |publisher=Vatican Press |access-date=2025-04-29}}</ref><ref name="postcourier">{{cite web |url=https://www.postcourier.com.pg/sir-john-cardinal-ribat-departs-for-conclave-in-rome/ |title=Sir John Cardinal Ribat Departs for Conclave in Rome |publisher=Post-Courier |date=2025-04-24 |access-date=2025-04-29}}</ref><ref name="xposts">Posts found on X, April 2025</ref><ref name="catholicnews">{{cite web |url=https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/260241/cardinals-hold-sixth-general-congregation-confirm-2-electors-will-not-be-at-conclave |title=Cardinals hold sixth general congregation |publisher=Catholic News Agency |date=2025-04-29 |access-date=2025-04-29}}</ref> | '''John Ribat''', MSC (born 9 February 1957), is a Papua New Guinean Catholic prelate and cardinal who has served as Archbishop of Port Moresby since 2008. The first cardinal from Papua New Guinea, elevated by Pope Francis in 2016, Ribat is a member of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart and a prominent advocate for climate change action, social justice, and interreligious dialogue in the Pacific. His leadership has focused on addressing the challenges of a developing nation, including poverty, education, and environmental threats to coastal communities, earning him international recognition, such as a knighthood (KBE) in 2016. At 68, Ribat is a key participant in the 2025 papal conclave, set to begin May 7, where he has emphasized the need for a pope who is “open” and capable of leading with humility and fidelity.<ref name="wiki">{{cite web |url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Ribat |title=John Ribat |publisher=Wikipedia |access-date=2025-04-29}}</ref><ref name="vatican">{{cite web |url=https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/documentation/cardinals_biographies/cardinals_bio_ribat_j.html |title=Cardinal John Ribat |publisher=Vatican Press |access-date=2025-04-29}}</ref><ref name="postcourier">{{cite web |url=https://www.postcourier.com.pg/sir-john-cardinal-ribat-departs-for-conclave-in-rome/ |title=Sir John Cardinal Ribat Departs for Conclave in Rome |publisher=Post-Courier |date=2025-04-24 |access-date=2025-04-29}}</ref><ref name="xposts">Posts found on X, April 2025</ref><ref name="catholicnews">{{cite web |url=https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/260241/cardinals-hold-sixth-general-congregation-confirm-2-electors-will-not-be-at-conclave |title=Cardinals hold sixth general congregation |publisher=Catholic News Agency |date=2025-04-29 |access-date=2025-04-29}}</ref> | ||
Ordained a priest in 1982, Ribat served in rural parishes before becoming Bishop of Bereina (2001–2007) and then Archbishop of Port Moresby. His tenure has seen efforts to strengthen Catholic education and healthcare in Papua New Guinea, alongside advocacy for peace amid tribal conflicts and environmental sustainability. As one of four cardinal-electors from Oceania in the 2025 conclave, Ribat represents the Church’s growing diversity, with observers noting his voice could influence discussions on global issues like climate change and the Church’s mission in the Global South. Despite his low profile, his alignment with Francis’ pastoral priorities positions him as a respected figure in the conclave, though his nationality and regional focus make his election unlikely.<ref name="wiki"/><ref name="ucanews">{{cite web |url=https://www.ucanews.com/directory/bishops/cardinal-john-ribat/228 |title=Cardinal John Ribat |publisher=UCA News |access-date=2025-04-29}}</ref><ref name="catholicnews"/> | Ordained a priest in 1982, Ribat served in rural parishes before becoming Bishop of Bereina (2001–2007) and then Archbishop of Port Moresby. His tenure has seen efforts to strengthen Catholic education and healthcare in Papua New Guinea, alongside advocacy for peace amid tribal conflicts and environmental sustainability. As one of four cardinal-electors from Oceania in the 2025 conclave, Ribat represents the Church’s growing diversity, with observers noting his voice could influence discussions on global issues like climate change and the Church’s mission in the Global South. Despite his low profile, his alignment with Francis’ pastoral priorities positions him as a respected figure in the conclave, though his nationality and regional focus make his election unlikely.<ref name="wiki"/><ref name="ucanews">{{cite web |url=https://www.ucanews.com/directory/bishops/cardinal-john-ribat/228 |title=Cardinal John Ribat |publisher=UCA News |access-date=2025-04-29}}</ref><ref name="catholicnews"/> | ||