On the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Vice President Sara Duterte encouraged the citizens to help the needy and show mercy to those who are facing injustices.
In her message, Duterte encouraged the nation to live up to the virtues of compassion, empathy, and generosity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
"May the solemn observance of this day invite us all to join hands in prayer as we extend a helping hand to the needy, show mercy to those who are facing injustices, and extend love and kindness to our kababayan in the underserved and unserved communities," Duterte said in her video message on Sunday, Dec. 8.
"Let us be guided by our resilience that is rooted in faith in every trying time as we look forward with profound hope and optimism to a better future for every Filipino," Duterte added.
Duterte also said that "the enduring faith and steadfast joy exemplified by the Blessed Virgin Mary demonstrates an example of unwavering love that remains dauntless in the face of challenges and tribulations."
She wished Filipinos a blessed observance of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception.
"I join all the Catholic faithful in the solemn remembrance of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception," the Vice President said.