CBCP Head: Christian-Muslim Peace Needs More Than Goodwill
The head of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), Archbishop Gilbert Garcera, stated that Christian-Muslim peace necessitates more than mere goodwill, requiring a deeper understanding of Islam and Muslim communities. He emphasized the importance of mutual understanding and dialogue among religious leaders.
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