Ricardo Hoepers
Dom Ricardo Hoepers is the auxiliary bishop of Brasília and the secretary-general of the National Conference of Bishops of Brazil (CNBB). He has recently been in the news for his remarks following the death of Pope Francis, where he emphasized that the late pope's messages were not purely 'progressive' but rather reflected the essence of the Gospel. Hoepers expressed hopes for the upcoming papal conclave, indicating that the next pope should be chosen based on the current needs of the Church and the world, while highlighting the diverse representation within the College of Cardinals.
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Recent news mentions
Dom Ricardo Hoepers commented on the possibility of Pope Leão XIV attending the COP.
Leão XIV foi convidado para participar da conferência do clima em Belém
Brazil· 2025-05-09
Ricardo Hoepers is the auxiliary bishop of Brasília and provided information about Leão XIV's visits to Brazil.
Por que o papa Leão XIV já visitou colégios em São Paulo
Liechtenstein· 2025-05-09
Ricardo Hoepers is the auxiliary bishop of Brasília and secretary-general of the CNBB.
‘Ele tem amor pelo Brasil e nos conhece profundamente’, diz bispo da CNBB sobre papa Leão XIVLiechtenstein· 2025-05-09
Ricardo Hoepers is the auxiliary bishop of Brasília and the secretary-general of the CNBB, who commented on the legacy of Pope Francisco.
CNBB diz que papa não era ‘progressista’ e afirma que cardeais farão escolha que ‘momento exige’Liechtenstein· 2025-04-21