VICE President Sara Duterte yesterday joined Catholics in the observance of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, urging them be kind to one another and show mercy to those who are facing injustices.
“May the solemn observance of this day invite us all to join hands in prayer as we extend a helping hand to the needy, show mercy to those who are facing injustices, and extend love and kindness to our kababayan in the underserved and unserved communities,” she said in a video message.
The Vice President is facing two impeachment complaints at the House of Representatives mainly for her alleged misuse of confidential funds in both the Office of Vice President and the Department of Education (DepEd) which she headed until June this year.
“The enduring faith and steadfast joy exemplified by the Blessed Virgin Mary demonstrates an example of unwavering love that remains dauntless in the face of challenges and tribulations. We are encouraged today to live up to her virtues of compassion, empathy, and generosity which underscored the resilience she exemplified in the face of loss and sorrow,” Duterte said.
The Vice President, also urged Catholics to “be guided by our resilience that is rooted in faith in every trying time as we look forward with profound hope and optimism to a better future for every Filipino.”
“A blessed observance of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception to all. Happy Fiesta! Ang lahat ng ginagawa natin ay para sa Diyos, sa Bayan, at sa bawat Pamilyang Pilipino (Happy Feast Day! Everything that we do is for God, the country and the Filipino family),” she said.
