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Bishop Teodoro Mendes Tavares reviews five months leading the Diocese of Santiago
Bishop Teodoro Mendes Tavares has reviewed his first five months leading the Diocese of Santiago in Cabo Verde. He arrived in the country from Brazil on April 16, 2026, and took possession of the diocese on May 3, 2026.
The installation ceremony was attended by thousands of faithful, bishops, priests, government members, and family. The event was also broadcast to the diaspora through social media and other communication channels.
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- Official source@VaticanNewsD. Teodoro M. Tavares faz balanço dos 5 meses à frente da Diocese de Santiago
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