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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recorded over 23,000 passengers in ports early Good Friday as it continued monitoring nationwide travel during Holy Week. From midnight to 6 a.m., the PCG recorded 11,418 outbound and 11,677 inbound passengers at ports nationwide. READ: Over 44,000 passengers in ports early Holy Wednesday, says PCG Based

MANILA, Philippines – Thousands of Catholic faithful gather for Good Friday Mass, marking one of the most solemn days in the Christian calendar. As Filipinos observe Holy Week, many continue age-old practices, including the Visita Iglesia and Stations of the Cross, to express devotion, drawing communities together in remembrance of Christ’s sacrifice. Below is the

Martin Romualdez Shares Holy Week Message MARTIN ROMUALDEZ – A timely reminder about humility and service was delivered by Martin Romualdez this Maundy Thursday. Leyte 1st District Representative and former House Speaker Martin Romualdez shared a meaningful message of reflection and service in observance of Maundy Thursday on April 2, encouraging Filipinos to embrace humility ... Read more

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CEBU CITY, Philippines — In observance of the most solemn days of the Lenten Season, there will be no lotto draws for three days — April 2, Maundy Thursday, April 3, Good Friday, and April 4, Black Saturday. According to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office in an advisory, no selling of tickets and the holding

CEBU CITY, Philippines — In observance of the most solemn days of the Lenten Season, there will be no lotto draws for three days — April 2, Maundy Thursday, April 3, Good Friday, and April 4, Black Saturday. According to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office in an advisory, no selling of tickets and the holding

MANILA, Philippines — The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) is urging Filipino families to refocus Holy Week on shared prayer and spiritual renewal, rather than treat it mainly as a time for reunions, social gatherings and routine traditions. Lipa Archbishop Gilbert Garcera, CBCP president, said the annual observance calls for a deeper encounter

MANILA, Philippines — The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) is urging Filipino families to refocus Holy Week on shared prayer and spiritual renewal, rather than treat it mainly as a time for reunions, social gatherings and routine traditions. Lipa Archbishop Gilbert Garcera, CBCP president, said the annual observance calls for a deeper encounter

MANILA, Philippines – Devotees filled the streets of Manila on Good Friday as they took part in the procession of the Black Nazarene, one of the most anticipated religious events during Holy Week. According to Quiapo Church, the procession was set to begin at midnight of Good Friday and it started earlier than scheduled. In

MANILA, Philippines – Devotees filled the streets of Manila on Good Friday as they took part in the procession of the Black Nazarene, one of the most anticipated religious events during Holy Week. According to Quiapo Church, the procession was set to begin at midnight of Good Friday and it started earlier than scheduled. In

MANILA, Philippines — As Catholics observed Good Friday, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged the faithful to live with “greater faith, humility, and compassion.” In a message posted on social media, Marcos joined Christians in commemorating the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ at Calvary. READ: Holy Week 2026: Intramuros, the lost heart of devotion “Today, we