PH offers prayers following passing of former Pope Benedict By Azer Parrocha Pope Benedict XVI (photo courtesy of The Vatican website) MANILA – The Philippines joins the world in offering prayers following the passing of former Pope Benedict XVI, who was the first pontiff in 600 years to resign from the post, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. … Continue reading
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Pope Francis calls for collective action to achieve peace
By Ferdinand Patinio Pope Francis. (File photo) MANILA (Philippines News Agency) – Pope Francis urged everyone to work hard to achieve peace, saying human strength alone is not enough for it to be achieved. “May the Virgin Mary, who gave birth to the Prince of Peace, and cuddled him with such tenderness in her arms, obtain for … Continue reading
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