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Monsenhor João de Deus Góis dies
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Monsignor João de Deus Góis died on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at the age of 92. The Diocese of São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro identified him as the retired pastor of the Paróquia Nossa Senhora do Rosário in Del Castilho.
He served as a priest for 65 years after entering the seminary at age 14. His ministry was characterized by prayer, devotion to Our Lady, and liturgical service.
The Diocese scheduled his wake for Monday, September 21, at the Basílica São Francisco Xavier in Tijuca, starting at 9h. A Mass was set for 10h, followed by funeral rites at 14h30. Burial was scheduled for 16h at the Cemitério São Francisco Xavier in Caju.
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Diocese of São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro · Ana Carla
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