Tag: Philippine politics
Human rights defenders back Leni Robredo candidacy
Signatories expressed “grave concern” over the situation in the country amid the “widespread violation” of human rights
Catholic bishops, priests warned against openly endorsing candidates
Bishop Mylo Hubert Vergara said endorsing candidates openly will have “consequences” that “we do not know”
Candidates for Philippine national elections urged to address human rights issues
“Candidates should have clear and comprehensive plans of action on important human rights issues,” said Amnesty International Philippines
Catholic priests in Manila walk in the rain to pray for...
“We humble ourselves and pray in the hope that God will hear from heaven, forgive our sins and heal our broken land,” said Cardinal Advincula
Catholic priests, nuns endorse Robredo, Pangilinan candidacies
The group, which claimed to have at least 500 members, is the latest religious organization to express support for Robredo and Pangilinan
Lay Catholics’ endorsement of Robredo is no Church endorsement, says priest
Church leaders are reminded not to support candidates whose platforms are inconsistent with the teachings of the Church
IPOPHL to candidates: Respect IP law, seek permission from copyright holders
With social media now becoming the battleground for political marketing, IPOPHL is watching developments on various social media platforms
Catholic priests to hold ‘penitential walk’ in Manila to pray for...
The event will be a “liturgical and devotional activity” and “an act of public worship and piety,” said the clergy of Manila
Pacquiao vows to resume peace talks with communist rebels if elected...
"They are not asking for anything in return but development, sustainable livelihood, and food so they will not get hungry,” said Pacquiao
Filipinos urged to offer reparation for ‘personal and national sins’
Archbishop Soc Villegas appealed for a Lenten season of “reparation rosary for truth, integrity, and wisdom” starting Ash Wednesday, March 2


















