The Manila Times
MANILA, Philippines—President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Easter Sunday called on Filipinos to rise with renewed purpose and translate their faith into concrete action, using the occasion to emphasize the need for compassion, generosity and unity. In his Easter Sunday message, Marcos said he joined the entire Filipino nation in celebrating Easter Sunday, the triumphant culmination of Holy Week and the sacred proclamation of Christ's Resurrection. "On this day, the empty tomb stands as a powerful testament that life conquers death and hope prevails over despair," Marcos said. The President said Easter is a reminder "that sacrifice is never in vain, that suffering is not the end but the beginning of renewal." "In the Resurrection of Christ, we find an unshakable promise that God's grace endures, and that even in our darkest hours, faith will lead us to the light," Marcos said. "As a people known for our resilience and deep faith, let us carry the light of Easter into our daily lives not only in words, but in action," he added. Marcos urged Filipinos to "always choose compassion over indifference, generosity over self-interest, and unity over division." "For in every act of kindness, in every hand extended to help, we become instruments of renewal for our entire nation," he said. "Today, I call on every Filipino to rise with renewed purpose, unyielding hope, and a deep sense of responsibility for one another. Let us build a nation where kindness is instinct and unity is our strength," he added.
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