NATIONAL
Advocates Philippines
CBCP Says 'Fake News!' To Claims Of Endorsing Senate Bets
Photo credit: Roman Catholic Bishop of Kalookan
Nope, the Catholic Church isn’t telling you who to vote for.
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) set the record straight on Saturday, denying social media rumors that it’s backing certain senatorial candidates ahead of the May 12 elections.
“Please exercise discernment when reading such social media posts,” said CBCP secretary general Msgr. Bernardo Pantin. His statement came after posts began circulating online, supposedly showing a letter signed by CBCP president Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David endorsing specific candidates.
Spoiler alert: that letter? Completely fake.
Pantin made it clear that the CBCP does not endorse individual candidates. Instead, the Church offers moral and social guidance to help Filipino voters make decisions rooted in faith and conscience.
“If names of candidates are mentioned in supposed Church endorsements, consider them false or misleading,” Pantin emphasized.
Even the Diocese of Kalookan, headed by Cardinal David himself, chimed in. In their own statement, they denied the legitimacy of the letter making rounds online.
“The letter circulating online claiming to be from the CBCP or Cardinal David is not true,” the diocese said, urging the public to think before clicking that share button.
The message is loud and clear: Be vigilant, double-check the sources, and don’t fall for disinformation—especially when it involves something as crucial as your vote.
Got questions about who to vote for? The Church wants you to pray, reflect, and make up your own mind.
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) set the record straight on Saturday, denying social media rumors that it’s backing certain senatorial candidates ahead of the May 12 elections.
“Please exercise discernment when reading such social media posts,” said CBCP secretary general Msgr. Bernardo Pantin. His statement came after posts began circulating online, supposedly showing a letter signed by CBCP president Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David endorsing specific candidates.
Spoiler alert: that letter? Completely fake.
Pantin made it clear that the CBCP does not endorse individual candidates. Instead, the Church offers moral and social guidance to help Filipino voters make decisions rooted in faith and conscience.
“If names of candidates are mentioned in supposed Church endorsements, consider them false or misleading,” Pantin emphasized.
Even the Diocese of Kalookan, headed by Cardinal David himself, chimed in. In their own statement, they denied the legitimacy of the letter making rounds online.
“The letter circulating online claiming to be from the CBCP or Cardinal David is not true,” the diocese said, urging the public to think before clicking that share button.
The message is loud and clear: Be vigilant, double-check the sources, and don’t fall for disinformation—especially when it involves something as crucial as your vote.
Got questions about who to vote for? The Church wants you to pray, reflect, and make up your own mind.
May 10, 2025
We are dedicated storytellers with a passion for bringing your brand to life. Our services range from news and media features to brand promotion and collaborations.
Interested? Visit our
Contact Us page for more information. To learn more about what we offer, check out our latest article on services and opportunities.
