President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. joined Filipino Christians in commemorating Ash Wednesday, expressing hope that the public would be inspired to continue to be of service.
“Bongbong” Marcos Jr. joined Filipino Christians in commemorating Ash Wednesday, expressing hope that the public would be inspired to continue to be of service.
A young girl gets ash daubed on her forehead along Kamuning Road in Quezon City on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023. In a Twitter post, the President issued a brief statement for the occasion meant to open Christians to spiritual reflection and connect with God.“As we prepare for the season of Lent, may the love of Christ inspire us to endure and faithfully continue our service to others,” he added.
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