Information service of the Pontifical Mission Societies since 1927
Manila (Agenzia Fides) - Celebrate a Way of the Cross through the streets of Manila, to reflect on the passion of Christ, be reconciled with the Lord and renew one’s life, praying intensely "for natural disasters and for peace": is what the Archbishop of Manila, Cardinal Luis Antonio G. Tagle has asked the faithful, encouraging to participate in the Way of the Cross organized by the local Church, which will see the faithful march in procession through the city.
As reported in a note sent to Fides, Cardinal Tagle explained: "We must ask the Lord for forgiveness and help disadvantaged people, not just those paralyzed by events such as typhoons, but also those oppressed by corruption, injustice, lack of truth, selfishness and insensitivity". "Let us open our eyes and hearts. Let us do something to reduce the impact of disasters. Let us change our lifestyles in order to reduce man-made disasters", remarked the Archbishop of Manila.
Priests, religious and faithful of all the vicariate of the diocese will live a Way of the Cross through the streets of the capital with a seven-kilometer-long march. It will be a "penitential" journey which will end in the Cathedral, the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, informs the note.
Citing the hardships of families and children living on the street, the Archbishop hopes that through the penitential journey, "every Catholic faithful is enlightened and inspired to help people who often suffer because of natural disasters" or due to the effects of the conflicts that still agitate the nation. (PA) (Agenzia Fides 31/03/2015)
