Dom Gilberto Pastana participates in 120th meeting of CNBB Permanent Council

Archbishop Gilberto Pastana of São Luís do Maranhão attended the 120th meeting of the Permanent Council of the National Conference of Bishops of Brazil (CNBB) in Brasília from October 20 to 22, 2026. The meeting included the CNBB presidency, regional bishops, and presidents of episcopal commissions.

Cardinal Jaime Spengler, president of the CNBB, addressed the assembly regarding challenges such as social polarization, the spread of false information, and declining community commitment. He noted the importance of reliable information and dialogue for civic participation. The Apostolic Nuncio to Brazil, Archbishop Giambattista Diquattro, also addressed the bishops to express communion with the local Church.

The council met to discuss the Church's evangelizing mission in Brazil, pastoral activities, and social issues affecting the country. The program began with a Mass presided over by Bishop Joel Portela Amado of Petrópolis.