Noy calls for humility, sacrifice

MANILA, Philippines - President Aquino yesterday called on the public to be humble and sacrifice for the greater good as he wished everyone a peaceful and significant observance of Holy Week.

“Let us not forget that practicing humility, concern for others and rightful acts should not only be done during the Holy Week. Reflections and prayers prepare us for a lifetime of emulating the life of Jesus Christ,” Aquino said in Filipino.

He said “Jesus laid down his life to save us” and accepted the punishment and ridicule heaped on him.

The President said Jesus Christ’s unconditional love should inspire people to continue to tread the right path.

There is always hope for a better tomorrow, Aquino noted, saying this should guide those facing ordeals.

He said that with the government pushing for vital reforms in line with its “tuwid na Daan (straight path)” policy, it is inevitable that trials are encountered.

He urged the people to be ready to do their share of sacrifice because in the end, all their efforts will bear fruit.

At home or Malacañang?

Meanwhile, Aquino said he will spend the Lenten season either at their ancestral home in Quezon City or at Malacañang.

Aquino said he will likely be accompanied by his sisters in today’s Visita Iglesia, and they will celebrate Easter Sunday together after hearing mass.

During Holy Week last year, Aquino stayed at Bahay Pangarap in Malacañang – his official residence since July 2010.