By Jellyn Gueco It was at 3 p.m. on a nondescript Thursday afternoon when I first met Ruben Enaje, the man renowned for having been crucified 35 times. Talking with him face to face, I barely recognized him—his long hair tied up behind his head, and his salt-and-pepper beard giving him a somewhat...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) announced on Tuesday, April 15, that it is on heightened alert for its annual Holy Week operations, mobilizing volunteers and resources across strategic locations as travelers and pilgrims head to popular destinations during the extended religious break. (Philippine...
Holy Week is a time for reflection, but it’s also the perfect chance to reconnect, recharge, and rediscover the joy of the season with your family, barkada, or even your furbabies! Whether you're staying in the city or heading out on a road trip, SM Supermalls is bringing the fun, the feels, and...
As Holy Week approaches, many Filipino families turn to prayer, reflection, and acts of devotion. During this time, access to spaces for worship becomes even more meaningful. The Felicidad T. Sy Foundation, Inc. (FTSFI) helps make that possible. Chapel of the Most Holy Rosary, SM Makati FTSFI was...
This Holy Week, take a break from the demands of daily life and enter a sacred space of grace, reflection, and spiritual renewal. From April 17 to 20, 2025, the SMX Convention Center in Manila will host “Kingdom Come,” a transformative Holy Week retreat inspired by the powerful words of the Our...
Travelers bound for southern part of Luzon flock for the Holy Week at a bus station in Quezon City on April 14, 2025. (Santi San Juan) The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) has set up more police assistance desks in major transportation hubs in Metro Manila as the number of...
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said its disaster management and response teams nationwide are on standby to provide immediate assistance during this year’s observance of Holy Week. In a statement on Tuesday, April 15, DSWD spokesperson Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao...
ILOILO CITY—The Philippine National Police (PNP) is deploying 1,680 police officers to secure the Holy Week in Western Visayas. POLICE stand in attention at the Iloilo City Police Office headquarters. (Tara Yap) The Police Regional Office-6 under Police Brig. Gen. Jack Wanky has...
SAN FERNANDO CITY, La Union – This province is ready for thousands of devotees visiting historical churches and pilgrimage sites during Visita Iglesia this Holy Week. ORTEGA (FB) “These religious sites are not only places for prayer and reflection but also cultural landmarks that represent our...
Thirty-five motorist assistance stations will be set up on major, secondary, and tertiary roads in the Ilocos region starting Holy Wednesday to assist Holy Week travelers. These teams will be deployed from 8 a.m. April 16 to 5 p.m. April 19. Espher Tinaza, public information officer of the...
Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) personnel assist passengers at Dapa Port in Siargao Island on April 14, 2025. (Photo: PCG) The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has inspected passenger and cargo ships in various ports nationwide to ensure the safety of hundreds of thousands of sea travelers this...
Photo from Pixabay The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) advised the public to limit exposure to the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., especially during the Holy Week, when hot and humid conditions are expected across the country. From Wednesday to...
