Manila, March 30 -- Speaker Faustino "Bojie" Dy III on Monday called on Filipinos to spend Holy Week as a time for reflection, renewal, and recommitment to the values that strengthen families and the nation.

He said the solemn observance comes at a crucial time as many Filipinos continue to face personal and collective challenges, making the message of sacrifice, forgiveness, and hope more relevant than ever.

"Sa pagdating ng Mahal na Araw, inaanyayahan ko ang bawat Pilipino na sandaling huminto at pagnilayan ang kahulugan ng mga araw na ito (As we observe Holy Week, I invite every Filipino to pause and reflect on the meaning of these days)," Dy said in a video message.

He said Holy Week goes beyond tradition and serves as a moral guid...