Congratulations to Metropolitan Pavel of Manila and Hanoi on his name day from the clergy and laity of the Diocese of the Philippines and Vietnam
Your Eminence! Dear Bishop and Father!
We heartily congratulate you on the feast day of your heavenly patron, St. Paul of Komel!
St. Pavel, living an ascetic life in complete solitude, prayed to the Almighty Creator for the entire world, for every person, seeing in them the image of God. The saint was distinguished by his compassion and love for the poor and suffering, and you walked many paths to salvation.
Following the example of St. Pavel, you, like a caring father, care for the spiritual well-being of the flock entrusted to you in various corners of the world.
Through the prayers of St. Pavel, whose name you bear, may the Lord strengthen you in your ministry and preaching of the word of God, the unsearchable riches of Christ (Eph. 3:8), not only in your homeland but also far beyond its borders, so that the seeds you have sown in the hearts of many will bear abundant spiritual fruit.
We prayerfully wish you spiritual and physical strength, spiritual joy, and God’s unfailing help in your diligent labors in the field of Christ.
Many and blessed years!
