PGMA's Lenten Message |
Malacanang (25 March 2002) |
| My family and I
join our people and the rest of the Christian world in the annual commemoration of the
suffering and passion of Christ. It is indeed the greatest story ever told, the gospel of the love of God for man, of human suffering and eventual redemption that is possible only through Jesus Christ. Let us in all humility but with profound awareness ponder deeply on the true meaning of Holy Week, and relate it to the countless thorns of life and the heavy cross that man bears on his shoulders. Let the Holy Week remind us also, that we must as ever turn to prayer in our collective efforts to strengthen the foundation of our nationhood. Prayer and spiritual renewal is indispensable in maintaining and preserving the moral fabric of our society. We may have all the power and resolve, the material and the physical infrastructure of progress, but in the face of crucial tests and circumstances, we need a guiding light to help us see through life’s challenges. May the Holy Week make us relearn the teachings and mystery of Christ. And may it make better Filipinos of us all. May there be less anger and greed in hearts, less corruption and lawlessness and mindless divisiveness. May we relearn the meaning of true justice, unity, peace, and love for all. A most meaningful Holy Week observance to us all. May our Beloved God Almighty bless the Filipino nation. |