Stephen Fumio Hamao

Stephen Fumio Hamao (9 March 1930 – 8 November 2007) was a Japanese prelate of the Catholic Church who served as an auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Tokyo and as the bishop of the Diocese of Yokohama.

Quotes

• Peace never occurs in isolation. It is the fruition of a good life for all. For that reason, working for peace is considered to be a highly esteemed spiritual value. Peace is the greatest blessing of God to a people. Working for peace should be a central concern of the Church.
  • - H.Exc. Most Rev. Stephen Fumio HAMAO, Bishop of Yokohama (21 April 1998) Press Office of the Holy See