President Duterte has urged the citizenry to stand brave and united and be hopeful that there are better days after the challenges the country experienced over the past few years. President Rodrigo Duterte (Presidential Photo) Duterte made the statement as he joined Christian Filipinos in the...
HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINE: OUR NEW ABNORMAL Easter Sunday and the Resurrection of our Lord has always signified new hope; and how a better ‘second life’ can await those who have the faith. How exactly the Easter bunny and Easter eggs entered the equation is a story unto itself, driven by...
Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula urged the public to keep the faith and cling to the Lord who gives hope to everyone. Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula (MANILA BULETIN FILE PHOTO) This was the message of Advincula, highlighting the importance of Easter or Resurrection Sunday....
Will the press conference scheduled on Easter Sunday, April 16, at a plush Makati City hotel be attended by four or five presidential candidates? A media advisory supposedly sent by the camp of presidential candidate Manila Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso stated that the Manila mayor and three other...
For this year’s Easter Sunday, One Bonifacio High Street is inviting everyone, from the young to the young-at-hearts for an Easter Whimsyland filled with exciting games and live festivities. Aside from the traditional Easter Egg Hunting, rediscover the joy of something new once again as there...
Roman Catholics traditionally observe Black or Holy Saturday starting with the observance of the Day of the Entombed Christ (Santo Entierro) during the day and the Easter Vigil at night. Black Saturday (Catholic Online) The faithful traditionally offer prayers and light candles before the image of...
If you’re one of the families who’ve decided to stay at home, here is a list of places you can spend Easter Sunday with safety in mind. Freestock images (Unsplash) Families who booked a staycation in The Manila Hotel or enjoyed an Easter lunch at Café Ilang-Ilang can register their kids 12...
By Ma. Kristine Buenafe Easter marks the day of joyous celebrations and festivities everywhere. Among the highlights of this day include fun games and shows for children, and the most-awaited Easter egg hunt! Apart from these fun-filled activities, painting and decorating Easter eggs are...
Enjoy kiddie treats at Easter Carnival 2022, Easter staycation packages, and a whole lot more! Century Park Hotel, one of the finest hotels in Manila, will hold a live Easter Sunday celebration on April 17, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the Grand Ballroom. The affair signifies the return of the...
The Manila Hotel revives pre-pandemic traditions in observance of Lent and to celebrate Easter. With an array of activities for its staycation, dining, and walk-in guests, and even those staying at home, the iconic hotel gives city folk and those wo prefer to stay in Metro Manila options for the...
Word Alive FR. BEL SAN LUIS, SVD In today’s Second Sunday of Easter, the apostle Thomas manifested a lack of trust of Jesus’ Resurrection. Because of this, the term "doubting Thomas" was coined to describe all doubters and skeptics. The skeptical apostle said, "Unless I see the scars of the...
Megastar Sharon Cuneta reiterated her wish for her daughter KC Concepcion: that she could give her grandbabies soon! On Instagram April 4, Cuneta renewed her wish to KC when she recalled becoming a mother for the first time one Easter Sunday. Her full post: "On Easter Sunday the year I turned 19, I...
