Tag: Philippines
Philippines clamps down on critics as Duterte eyes lockdown extension
Rights groups have noted reprisals against journalists, local officials, and netizens who expressed criticism of govt response on the crisis
Grim prospects for the poor with extended Philippine lockdown
Dark times ahead, for sure, but also enough indications — and hope — that there's light at the end of the tunnel
Photo gallery: Philippines’ Palm Sunday observance
This year's celebration was unique due to measures aimed at suppressing the spread of the new coronavirus
Philippine authorities arrest pastor for holding church service
Pastor defied govt orders prohibiting mass gatherings in light of the new coronavirus pandemic
Online Masses, drive-by blessings kick off Philippines’ Holy Week observance
Church leaders said the pandemic is not a judgment from God but an opportunity to consider what is lasting, what is real, and important in life
Filipino priest uses popular app to reach out to youth
TikTok has become a venue for people to consult with their priest about family relations, guidance on forgiveness, and even Catechism for children
Whole-of-Church response to the pandemic
That humanity is a single community is a precept that the Catholic Church in the Philippines has taken to heart amid COVID-19 pandemic
Church leaders open to extension of Philippine lockdown, if it’s for...
Authorities say that when reviewing lockdown measures ‘science is in charge’
Priests, seminarians help nourish body, soul of Philippines’ poor
'It is inherent for the Church to accompany the people in dark times ... but it is imperative to nourish both body and soul’
Workers at Manila hospital run by Dominicans appeal for support
Union calls for increase in hazard pay for workers facing the risk of COVID-19 infection
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