Mel & Joey presents Lenten special today

MANILA, Philippines - GMA 7’s Mel & Joey presents its Lenten special tonight. Hosts Mel Tiangco and Joey de Leon visit a residence often mistaken for a cathedral in Hanep Bahay and a collector of life-size saints in Koleksyon.

Devotees of the Mother of Perpetual Help in Baclaran, Parañaque light candles in her altar for different intentions. Soon-to-be-wed couples and party-givers offer eggs to the Pink Sisters Convent with the belief that St. Claire will bless them with a bright sunny day come celebration time. Do you know where the candles and eggs eventually land? You will find out on the show.

The program delves on the lives of priests, too. Are priests allowed to practice their vocation during old age? Where do they go for retirement? Does the Vatican have a special plan or arrangements for priest-retirees?

Heat stroke will be discussed in Babala.