A step towards spiritual renewal
The Archbishopric of Tarragona has made a significant decision with the appointment of ten new canons to the Cathedral Basilica, an initiative that seeks to strengthen spiritual care at a time of increasing influx of pilgrims.
Motivations behind the appointment
The creation of these new positions responds to the Jubilee Year of Hope, a period that promises an increase in visitors to the temple. Archbishop Joan Planellas, after consulting with the Chapter in an extraordinary session, has decided that the rectors of local parishes are the most appropriate to attend to the spiritual needs of the faithful.
The new members of the Chapter
With this appointment, the Cathedral Chapter is expanded to a total of 23 canons. The nine appointed members are:
List of appointed canons
1. Mn. Santiago Soro Roca, Vicar General of the Archbishopric of Tarragona.
2. Mn. Ignasi Durany Pich, rector of the parish of St. Francis of Assisi.
3. Mn. Joan Àguila Chavero, rector in solidum of several parishes of Tarragona.
4. Mn. Víctor Mosquera Ramos, also rector in solidum of the same parishes.
5. Mn. Marcus Vinicius Teixeira Araújo, rector of Sant Pere Apostol and Sant Joan Baptista.
6. Mn. Joan Cañas Coch, rector of the parishes of Sant Pau and Santa Clara.
7. Mn. Clemente Lucena Gómez, moderator of the parishes of Bonavista, Campclar and Torreforta.
8. Mn. Andrés Pedro Sima Miaga, rector in solidum of the parishes of Bonavista, Campclar and Torreforta.
9. Mn. Agustí Ayats Badia, also rector in solidum of the same parishes.
10. P. Mario Buonanno, rcj, rector of the parishes of Santa Maria de Ferran-La Mora and of Sant Cosme and Sant Damià.
Next steps and celebrations
The official appointment decree has recently been signed and the inauguration ceremony is scheduled for the 21st, coinciding with the Solemnity of Saints Fructuós, Auguri and Eulogius, a moment that will mark a new chapter in the history of the Cathedral of Tarragona.
A future full of hope
With this change in the Chapter, the archdiocese hopes to revitalize spiritual activity and connectivity with the community, offering greater support to all those seeking an enriching religious experience during this jubilee year.
