The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) urged the faithful to pray for those affected by Typhoon Jolina.
"As one Church, I invite all of you to pray for our fellow Filipinos who were affected by the typhoon so that they may feel hope amidst their suffering. Let us ask for the intercession of Mary, Comforter of the Afflicted, that they may find consolation in the warmth of God’s love," said CBCP President Archbishop Romulo Valles in a statement on Friday, Sept. 10.
Valles said that they sympathize with the people devastated by Typhoon Jolina. The typhoon affected the regions of Central Luzon, Mimaropa, Calabarzon, Western Visayas, and Eastern Visayas.
"Recent reports show that the aftermath of the typhoon’s wrath had destroyed homes, opened economic deficiencies, left people missing, and unfortunately, declared a number of victims as deceased," he said.
"On behalf of the bishops of the Philippines, I offer my condolences to those bereaved. May the souls of those who died be looked upon by God with mercy and compassion," he added.
The CBCP head also appealed to the public to extend any form of assistance to the typhoon victims.
"Indeed, our healing takes time, but with the help of each other...may we realize our duty to extend our hands rooted in our capability to love our neighbors as ourselves," said Valles.