Clero de Caracas respalda al arzobispo Raúl Biord Castillo The Presbyteral Council of Caracas has expressed its full support for Archbishop Raúl Biord Castillo, refuting accusations aimed at undermining his pastoral ministry and integrity. This backing follows alleged extortion attempts against Mariana González, daughter of Edmundo González Urrutia, who claimed to be pressured to influence her father’s political stance in exchange for her husband’s freedom. The Council also condemned arbitrary detentions and urged for the restoration of justice, advocating for the release of political prisoners and reparations for affected families.

• The Presbyteral Council of Caracas supports Archbishop Raúl Biord Castillo against alleged attacks on his integrity and ministry.
• The Council rejects narratives intended to create division within the Church or erode faithful trust.
• Mariana González reported extortion attempts linked to authorities and individuals connected to the Church.
• These attempts allegedly aimed to pressure Edmundo González Urrutia to abandon his political cause.
• The clergy condemned arbitrary detentions and called for the restoration of justice and freedom for political prisoners.
• They also demanded reparations for families impacted by violence or exclusion.