June 16, 2020
To: Their Excellencies, the Bishops,
The Clergy and the Religious
All Diocesan Councils and National Lay Organizations,
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
In the light of the recent conviction of Rappler CEO Maria Ressa, the Sangguniang Laiko ng Pilipinas would like to invite you to a brief by Atty. Theodore Te, (former SC Spokesperson) Legal Counsel of Ms. Ressa, on June 19, 2020, Friday, 3 PM via Zoom.
In as much as this legal battle affects many major rights of citizens and institutions, we need to have a clearer understanding of its background, case development and most importantly, its constitutional implications on the Filipino people and our democracy.
“Be sure to put your feet in the right place, then stand firm!”
(Abraham Lincoln)
We wish for our people to continue making a stand for justice, righteousness and freedom, but on the foundation and primacy of truth.
Should you be interested, please email back to the CBCP-Laiko (laiko_phils@yahoo.com.ph attn: Joseph Jesalva) so we can send you the link.
For the Council of the Laity of the Philippines,
Noted by:
+ MOST REV. BRODERICK S. PABILLO, SDB, D.D.
Chairman CBCP-Episcopal Commission on the Laity
