Edmundo Valenzuela
ParaguayclergymanMale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Edmundo Valenzuela is the emeritus archbishop of Asunción, Paraguay, known for his significant contributions to the Catholic Church in the country and his active involvement in social issues. He has been a prominent voice in advocating for historical recognition and social justice, particularly regarding Paraguay's past, including the War of the Triple Alliance. Valenzuela has also been a strong supporter of youth engagement in social movements. Recently, he publicly criticized Paraguayan President Santiago Peña for not attending the funeral of Pope Francis, emphasizing the importance of the event for Paraguay and the Catholic community.
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Edmundo Valenzuela is the emeritus archbishop of Asunción who accompanied the ceremony.
“Epu’a Paraguay”: Iglesia fustiga ataques a medios y critica impunidad - NacionalesParaguay· 2026-06-01
Monsignor Edmundo Valenzuela is the emeritus Archbishop of Asunción who presided over the Eucharist.
Caacupé: “Necesitamos compromiso, el país no va a cambiar si los cristianos no despiertan”, advierte Fray Toledo - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-12-06
Monsignor Edmundo Valenzuela is the emeritus archbishop of Asunción presiding over a mass.
Tradicional rezo del Ángelus y emotiva interpretación de Patria Querida en la Basílica - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-11-29
Edmundo Valenzuela is the emeritus archbishop of Asunción who led the Mass.
María Auxiliadora: “la corrupción roba los sueños y esperanzas de niños y jóvenes”, reclaman - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-06-01
Mons. Edmundo Valenzuela expressed his disappointment regarding Santiago Peña's actions.
Desconcertante y ególatra es el desaire de Peña al Papa, dice Boccia - PolíticaParaguay· 2025-04-26
Edmundo Valenzuela expressed disappointment over the absence of President Santiago Peña at the funeral.
Video: Latorre y su esposa despiden al Papa, ante ausencia de Peña - PolíticaParaguay· 2025-04-25
Edmundo Valenzuela questioned Santiago Peña's absence from the funeral of Pope Francis.
Peña ignoró ruego de Valenzuela de asistir a funeral del Papa - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-04-25