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Archbishop Mate Uzinić calls for environmental care and Church transparency
During a solemn Mass at the Trsat sanctuary on August 15, Archbishop Mate Uzinić of Rijeka delivered a sermon addressing several critical social and environmental issues. He emphasized that true patriotism is demonstrated through the protection of the land, water, and environment rather than solely through national symbols like flags.
The Archbishop specifically highlighted the illegal dumping of waste in Gospić and recent devastating fires in the Omiš region as signs of the fragility of the common home. Furthermore, he issued a stern warning regarding the Catholic Church, stating it must not hide the truth about abuses and errors committed by its clergy, urging the institution to listen to victims and take responsibility.
His remarks drew criticism from politician Petar Škorić, who argued that the Archbishop created a false opposition between national identity and environmental stewardship. Škorić maintained that respecting the Croatian flag and protecting the environment are complementary duties.
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Gospić · Mate Uzinić · Petar Škorić · Rijeka Archdiocese · Trsat
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Archbishop addressed the issue of illegally dumped waste in Gospić as a failure of private interest over the common good. hrvatska-danas.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Archbishop Mate Uzinić stated that patriotism is demonstrated through environmental care, not just flags. likaclub.net.hr · hrvatska-danas.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Archbishop emphasized that the Church must listen to victims and seek truth regarding abuses and errors by clergy. likaclub.net.hr · hrvatska-danas.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Politician Petar Škorić criticized the Archbishop, arguing that national symbols and environmental protection are not mutually exclusive. dalmatinskiportal.hr