SENATOR SONNY ANGARA'S LENTEN MESSAGE

As we observe Lent, let us all join hands as one nation in renewing and strengthening our Christian faith.

Let us take a break from our worldly preoccupation and meditate on the sacrifices and tremendous physical torture our Lord Jesus Christ has endured to liberate us from the slavery of sins.

I am likewise making an appeal to our leaders and co-workers in government for a week-long political ceasefire.

This is a time for all of us, especially those in public service, to rise above differences and release ourselves from political bickering, feud, conflict, quarrel, and other unfriendly actions that only divide our people and our country.

The Lenten season is an opportunity for us to give genuine forgiveness to those who have hurt us, as Jesus Himself prayed to the Father to forgive those who have caused Him sufferings.

Let us rejoice and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ by greeting peace with one another and let us all pray for unity as true and faithful children of God the Father and believer of our Lord Jesus Christ.

My family and I wish everyone a safe travel wherever they go, either to visit relatives in the provinces, join pilgrimages, or have their long-overdue vacations.

I call on our officials in the transportation offices of the government, as well our police and traffic personnel, to man our roads and highways to ensure the safety of our motorists and readily assist them in case of troubles and emergencies.