Dicastery for Evangelization sends letter of condolence to Cardinal Tagle

The Dicastery for Evangelization sent a letter of condolence to Cardinal Luis Antonio G. Tagle following the death of his father, Manuel “Tatay Maning” Tagle.

In the letter dated September 7, 2026, the Dicastery expressed its sympathy to the Cardinal, who serves as the Pro-Prefect of the missionary department, and his family. The Dicastery members noted that some staff members had met Manuel Tagle personally during visits to Rome. The letter described him as a warm and simple man and stated that his character was reflected in the Cardinal's kindness and patience in his service to the Church.