José María Arancibia

José María Arancibia (11 April 1937–) is an Argentine prelate of the Catholic Church who served as the archbishop of the Archdiocese of Mendoza.

Quotes

• Harmony, dialogue, and friendship among Argentineans, especially in situations of conflict, requires heroic acts on the part of all citizens. It is especially obligatory for those with political and social posts.
  • Bishops continue to call for prayer and dialogue in facing the conflict between the rural sector and the national government: “we should take steps in coming together and dialoguing.” (16 June 2008)

• The truth about man is a necessary condition for achieving freedom. In it ethics is based, which contains clear and precise formulations on life and death, duties and rights, marriage, family and society, and even the responsible care of nature. A great nation cannot rely on false ideals, nor on the benefit of a few, but must worry about defending the weak.
  • "A great nation must defend the weak": Exhortation of Archbishop Mendoza (12 July 2012)