Ricardo Valenzuela
Monseñor Ricardo Valenzuela is a prominent bishop in Paraguay, known for his strong advocacy for social justice and his vocal criticism of corruption and inequality within society. Recently, he delivered a powerful sermon at the Caacupé sanctuary, urging his congregants to reject the false idols of power, wealth, and pleasure that distract from true spiritual fulfillment. Valenzuela emphasized the dangers of materialism and the importance of faith, calling on individuals to seek genuine happiness and support the poor and marginalized.
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The central mass will be presided over by Bishop Ricardo Valenzuela.
Fervor popular continúa en Caacupé durante el octavario de la Virgen - Nacionales
Paraguay· 2025-12-14
Bishop Ricardo Valenzuela delivered a strong message to national authorities about the importance of the common good.
Festividad de Caacupé dejó 1.500 toneladas de basura en dos días - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-12-13
Ricardo Valenzuela emphasized the importance of the common good and criticized corruption during a mass.
Reacción de Prieto a reunión secreta entre ministros de Corte, Peña y HC - PolíticaParaguay· 2025-12-08
Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela traditionally issues the pastoral letter directed to the Paraguayan people and the government.
Caacupé: esto dice la “carta pastoral” de la Conferencia Episcopal - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-12-08Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela announced that he would not prepare the pastoral letter this year due to health complications.
Este año no habrá carta al pueblo en Caacupé: esta es la razón - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-12-08
Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela, bishop of the Diocese of Caacupé, emphasized the need to eradicate corruption during his homily.
Caacupé 2025: monseñor Valenzuela llama a erradicar la corrupción - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-12-08
The Eucharist was presided over by Monseñor Ricardo Valenzuela.
Padre Villagra en Caacupé: “No basta creer; hay que actuar” - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-12-07
Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela is expected to join the Cabalgata de la Fe activity.
Jinetes de todo el país se alistan para la tradicional Cabalgata de la Fe hacia Caacupé - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-11-29
Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela made a call to strengthen unity and dialogue among Paraguayans during the celebration.
Tradicional rezo del Ángelus y emotiva interpretación de Patria Querida en la Basílica - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-11-29
Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela, the bishop of the Diocese of Caacupé, addressed the needs of the faithful in a video message.
Obispo llama a vivir la víspera con fe y recuerda que peregrinos hacen pedidos de trabajo y salud - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-11-28Mons. Ricardo Valenzuela emphasized the need for authorities to work transparently and prioritize the common good.
El narcoestado es una amenaza para la democracia, afirma Mons. Valenzuela - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-11-15
Ricardo Valenzuela is a merchant who expressed concerns about the dangerous road conditions.
Hoyos se multiplican en vías públicas de la capital y ponen a las personas en peligro
Dominican Republic· 2025-11-04
Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela, bishop of Caacupé, expressed the importance of gratitude in his homily.
Monseñor Valenzuela en Caacupé: “Vivimos pendientes de lo que nos falta y olvidamos agradecer” - PolíticaParaguay· 2025-10-12During the patronal festivities, prayers were requested for the health of monseñor Ricardo Valenzuela.
Video: color, tradición y orgullo en el desfile por los 487 años de Atyrá - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-10-04
Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela, the bishop of Caacupé, has been absent from mass for several Sundays, raising concerns among the faithful.
“Ñande corrupto formal (...) no estamos a la altura”, advierte sacerdote en Caacupé - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-09-14
Ricardo Valenzuela's name was used improperly by a suspect to solicit donations.
“El hombre de las mil voces”, sospechoso de hacerse pasar por Ricardo Valenzuela para estafar - PolicialesParaguay· 2025-09-10
Monseñor Ricardo Valenzuela alerts that greed and money are destroying society.
“Que estupidez no sea infinita”, pide senador Iramain a sus colegas - PolíticaParaguay· 2025-08-07
Monseñor Ricardo Valenzuela is mentioned in relation to scams using his name.
¡Cuidado! Diócesis de Caacupé advierte sobre estafas en nombre del obispo Ricardo Valenzuela - PolicialesParaguay· 2025-07-14Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela criticized the indifferent attitude of national authorities and society during a mass in Caacupé.
“Hay que ser prójimo con hechos, no solo con palabras”, cuestionó monseñor Valenzuela - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-07-13Ricardo Valenzuela notes that couples often visit Guatemala multiple times before their wedding.
eventos de hasta US$500 mil por celebración
Guatemala· 2025-06-19
Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela expressed pain over the corruption in Paraguay.
¡Otra vez la prensa! - OpiniónParaguay· 2025-05-18
Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela is the Bishop of Caacupé and was part of the Paraguayan delegation.
Lucas Chaparro: “El amor que le tenía a la Virgen y a Caacupé era demasiado grande” - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-04-21
Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela reflected on the challenges facing the country and emphasized the need for a deep change in mentality and values.
“No habrá desarrollo sin seguridad, ni paz sin justicia”, dice monseñor Valenzuela en misa de Pascuas - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-04-20Mons. Ricardo Valenzuela addressed the violence that many women continue to suffer in society during his Easter reflection.
“No más prepotencia ni feminicidios”, clamó Mons. Ricardo Valenzuela en Caacupé - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-04-20Monsignor Ricardo Valenzuela officiated the Sunday mass and spoke about the reality in Paraguay.
Caacupé: “Hay que derrumbar a todos esos ídolos del poder, del placer y del dinero”, dice obispo - NacionalesParaguay· 2025-02-16