House Speaker Martin Romualdez on Palm Sunday said the Holy Week should remind public servants to serve with honesty, integrity and compassion, and to attend to those needing help.
“For those of us in public service, Holy Week is a time to pause and return to the core of our calling. It is a reminder to serve with sincerity, to lead with empathy, and to be more attentive to those who are quietly carrying burdens,” he said in a short Holy Week message.
Romualdez urged Filipinos to reflect on the life of Jesus Christ.
“As we enter the solemn days of Holy Week, I invite every Filipino to reflect on the life, suffering, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. His journey reminds us that true strength is found in sacrifice, healing is born of forgiveness, and faith offers hope even in our darkest moments,” he said.
“In Christ’s story, we see our own. We know what it means to struggle, to endure loss, and to keep believing. The Filipino spirit has always risen above hardship – with quiet courage, deep faith, and compassion for others,” Romualdez added.
The seasoned politician said the Lenten season brings “peace to the weary, strength to the uncertain, and comfort to those in need.”
“May it renew our values, strengthen our families, and inspire greater kindness and unity in our communities,” he added.
Romualdez offered his prayers “prayers for a meaningful, quiet, and grace-filled Holy Week” on behalf of his fellow lawmakers in the House of Representatives. “May the love of Christ dwell in every Filipino home, and may God continue to bless and guide our beloved Philippines,” he said.