Tag: pandemic
Pope Francis, Cardinal Bo appeal for care for refugees amid pandemic
Nearly 70 percent of those displaced are from Syria, Venezuela, Afghanistan, South Sudan, and Myanmar
Manila’s homeless back in the streets despite pandemic
The street dwellers left the temporary shelters provided by church groups as schools across the capital prepare for the resumption of classes
Pandemic tests Church resolve in facing challenges
There's fervent hope that with the faithful helping the poor and the needy, the Church can emerge even stronger in the years ahead
Kin of political prisoners appeal for release of loved ones amid...
Relatives of political prisoners have filed a petition seeking the release of their loved ones who are deemed most vulnerable to COVID-19
Church calls for prayers for priests who continue to serve during...
Bishop Pabillo said part of the devotion to the Sacred Heart is to work for justice because “there cannot be true love if there is injustice”
Plan to use mining to resuscitate Philippine economy draws flak
The country’s Environment department has proposed to introduce “responsible mining” as part of measures to help revive the country’s economy
Philippine church leaders issue appeal for help for private schools
The Coordination Council of Private Educational Associations said the “education community is badly hit by the economic downturn”
Study: Philippine capital ‘controlled’ spread of COVID-19
The study notes that community spread of COVID-19 remains low in Metro Manila despite the apparent spike in cases reported
Poor Filipinos caught in the midst of pandemic endure long journey...
They endured the feel of the burning concrete on their tired soles and thinning slippers and carried on until they reached the church
Boracay priest favors gradual reopening of island to tourists
The reopening of the island was marred by a report that a visitor has tested positive for the new coronavirus disease