Évora hosts ceremonies to transfer the remains of bishops

The ceremonies to transfer the remains of two Timorese bishops, Jaime Garcia Goulart and Martinho da Costa Lopes, will take place in Évora.

The program will begin at 10:30 AM on Monday, with the arrival of the urns at the Church of the Holy Spirit, where a tribute to both bishops will be held.

The ceremony aims to acknowledge the legacy and contributions of the Timorese bishops to the Church and society, reflecting the respect and memory that is due to them.

The event is a significant moment for the local community and for those who preserve the history and culture of East Timor. The transfer of the remains is seen as an act of tribute and remembrance.