Holy Thursday Commemorating the Last Supper

The Last Supper

Holy Thursday, also known as Maundy Thursday, marks a significant day in the Christian calendar, particularly in the Catholic tradition, as it commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples before his crucifixion. This solemn occasion falls on the Thursday before Easter Sunday, forming a crucial part of the Holy Week, a period … Read more

Filipino Holy Week Foods: Embracing Nourishing Traditions

Holy Week 2024

In the Philippines, Holy Week is a time of reflection, penance, and spiritual renewal for millions of Catholics. During this solemn period, which spans from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, many Filipino families observe traditions that include fasting, abstinence from meat, and participation in religious rituals. Central to these customs are the foods consumed during … Read more

Palm Sunday: A Tapestry of Faith and Tradition in the Philippines

Lent Season

Palm Sunday in the Philippines is a vibrant and deeply religious celebration that marks the beginning of Holy Week, leading up to Easter Sunday. Rooted in centuries-old traditions and infused with Filipino cultural flair, this significant day holds profound meaning for millions of Catholics across the archipelago. On Palm Sunday, streets and churches come alive … Read more

President Rodrigo Duterte Releases Official Message For Holy Week

President Rodrigo Duterte expressed his official message for all the Filipino Catholics in line with the observance of the Holy Week. On March 25, Sunday, President Rodrigo Duterte released his official message intended for the observance of Filipino Catholic devotees of the Holy Week. He reminded every faithful that the essence of the observance is … Read more

PNR Advisory: No Operations On Maundy Thursday, Good Friday

Department of Transportation (DOTr) released an advisory regarding the operations of Philippine National Railways (PNR) this coming Holy Week. The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced an advisory on Wednesday regarding the operations of the Philippine National Railways (PNR) on this coming Holy Week. They will limit their operation during the said holidays which is being … Read more