Tag: Holy Week
Whips for flogging as symbol of suffering
The fervent devotion and faith shown by devotees became a prime manifestation of the fusion of Catholic and secular beliefs of Filipinos
Holy Week is memorial of God’s mercy, says Manila archbishop
“When trials come and troubles pile up, we begin to stray and like the disciples we too can turn away from Jesus,” Advincula said.
Memories of the Holy Week
Holy Week is the celebration of the Cross, Christ’s Passion, Death, and Resurrection, a celebration of the Paschal Mystery—the saving event of humankind
Faithful encouraged to reflect, repent, and renew bonds during Holy Week
He explained that Alay Kapwa goes beyond simple acts of charity; it involves acknowledging how our lives are interconnected
Vatican’s Good Friday Holy Land collection to aid humanitarian efforts in...
This year’s appeal comes against the backdrop of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, which has had a devastating effect on the civilian population
Waiting in pain and hope
Even as we painfully wait, God is in solidarity with the loneliness of our waiting. God will soon vindicate us.
Pope Francis skips Good Friday procession due to cold weather
Some 20,000 people took part in the ceremony at the Colosseum in Rome, which was dedicated to victims of conflict
Philippines holds bloody crucifixions, whippings on Good Friday
Some go to extreme lengths to atone for sins or seek divine intervention in rituals frowned on by the Church
Photos: Women ‘Roman soldiers’ arrest, crucify Jesus on Philippine island
Participation in the Lenten festival has become a religious vow for residents -- men and women
Mahal na Araw
Mahal na Araw ngayon kasi mahal ang presyo ng binayad ni Jesus para sa ating kasalanan – ang kanyang buhay
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