Vendors weave palm fronds near Sto. Domingo Church in Quezon City two days before Catholics observe Palm Sunday. 

PALMS FOR SALE

Devotees  of  the Pabasa ng Pasyon  chanting the narrative of   Christ’s suffering, death  and resurrection on Holy Tuesday, April 4, at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes in Quezon City. 

FAITHFUL CHANT 

In the midst of life's uncertainties, one thing remains constant—an unyielding force that provides solace, guidance, and purpose. That force is faith in God. When we cultivate and nurture a strong faith, we unlock a wellspring of hope, resilience, and inner strength that carries us through the challenges of life.

Uncertainty: trust God 

Pilgrims find  the Kamay Ni Hesus Healing Church Shrine in Barangay Tinamnan in Lucban, 

BE HEALED

With most Covid-19 restrictions finally lifted, authorities are now expecting a return of pilgrims back to Laguna province's pilgrimage sites this coming Holy Week.

DEVOTEES ARE BACK

As the Lenten season begins, Pastor Danny Eduria from the Cathedral of Praise, a born again sect, reads a bible to prisoners  at the Quezon City Police District Station 10 jail to remind them that someday they would attain liberty. 

BIBLE READING AT QCPD JAIL

This Holy Week, Filipino Catholics are expected to revive many of the traditions and rituals that have been curtailed or restricted for nearly three years due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Tais-Dupol: Palo’s ‘penitentes’ tradition

An elder member of the First United Methodist church in Kamuning applies cross-shaped ashes at the forehead of the faithful along Kamuning Road in Quezon City to mark Ash Wednesday

EVEN METHODIST CHURCH APPLIES ASHES

In a world often filled with turmoil and despair, it can be easy to lose faith in humanity. News headlines highlight the worst of humanity's actions, overshadowing the countless acts of kindness, compassion, and resilience that occur every day. However, it is precisely in these challenging times that we must strive to revive our faith in humanity and recognize the shining lights that pierce through the darkness.

Faith can move humanity 

The Philippines is a country known for its diversity, not only in terms of culture and tradition but also in terms of religion. A significant portion of the population is made up of Christians, Muslims, and indigenous groups who follow their own spiritual practices.

Plurality of religion

BIBLE READING AT QCPD JAIL Danny Querubin

EVEN METHODIST CHURCH APPLIES ASHES Danny Querubin

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