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He is Risen! Alleluia! 🌿✨

Today, we celebrate the greatest victory in history—the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. From the empty tomb to His appearance to the disciples, Easter Sunday is the ultimate promise of hope, new life, and eternal glory. The darkness of the tomb has been conquered by the Light of the World!

As we gather with our families and communities, let us carry the joy of the Resurrection in our hearts every day.

🕊️ "He is not here; he has risen, just as he said." 🕊️
(Matthew 28:6)

On Holy Saturday, the world waits in a profound, hallowed silence. This is the day between the Cross and the Resurrection—a time of quiet mourning, reflection, and the "Harrowing of Hell," as we remember Christ descending to bring light to those in darkness.

As we keep our vigil, we move from the sorrow of the tomb toward the first glimmer of the Easter fire. In the stillness, we find the strength of our faith: knowing that even when God seems silent, He is still at work.

🌿 "Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning." 🌿
(Psalm 30:5)

Today, we stand at the foot of the Cross on Good Friday, a day of profound silence, sacrifice, and sorrow. We remember the moment the Lamb of God took upon Himself the weight of the world, offering His life so that we might find ours.

From the trial before Pilate to the final cry of "It is finished," we reflect on a love so deep it endured the ultimate pain for our sake. Even in the darkness of the tomb, there is the quiet seed of hope.

🌿 "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son..." 🌿
(John 3:16)

On Maundy Thursday, we commemorate the evening of the Last Supper and the deep humility of the Mandatum—the new commandment Jesus gave to His disciples.

As He knelt to wash their feet, He showed us that to lead is to serve, and to love is to give. Tonight, we remember the institution of the Eucharist and the quiet agony in the Garden of Gethsemane.

Let us reflect on His words: "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another." 🌿 A Day of Service and Remembrance 🌿
(John 13:34)

On Holy Wednesday, also known as "Spy Wednesday," we reflect on the moment Judas Iscariot negotiated the betrayal of Jesus. It is a day that reminds us of the human struggle between faithfulness and temptation, and the immense love of Christ who knew what lay ahead yet continued His journey to the Cross.

Take a moment today for quiet examination and prayer. Let us ask for the grace to remain steadfast in our devotion and to find light even in the shadows.

🌿 "The Son of Man goes as it is written of him..." 🌿
(Matthew 26:24)

"A Day of Deepening Preparation and Teaching": on Holy Tuesday, we remember Jesus teaching in the Temple, predicting His death, and telling the Parables of the Ten Virgins and the Talents.

As we journey closer to the Cross, let us use this day for reflection and watchfulness. Are we prepared?

✨ Keep watch... ✨

(Matthew 25:13)

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸, 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲!

Happy Monday, Calamba City! Your City Social Welfare and Development Department is open and ready to assist you as we start another productive week. Whether you are seeking guidance on social services, livelihood programs, or community support, our doors and hearts are open.

Let’s make this week a compassionate one. Remember, no one in our city has to walk their path alone. We are here to help you navigate through life’s challenges.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful week ahead!

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𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐍: 𝐊𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐥𝐚 𝐧𝐢𝐲𝐨 𝐩𝐨 𝐛𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭𝐨? 🔍

Isang bata na nagpakilala bilang "𝐊𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐃 𝐋𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐙" ang na-rescue sa ating Lungsod sa Brgy. Lecheria, Calamba, Laguna. Mukhang hindi siya taga-rito dahil ang mga lugar na paulit-ulit niyang nababanggit ay:
📍 Binondo
📍 Kalinga Apayao
📍 Mandaluyong

Edad: Tinatayang 11-13 taong gulang.

🚨 𝐒𝐀 𝐌𝐆𝐀 𝐍𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐋𝐀𝐋𝐀:
Kung kayo po ay may impormasyon tungkol sa kanyang pamilya o tirahan, mangyaring 𝐌𝐀𝐆-𝐌𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐃 𝐒𝐀 𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐀𝐆𝐄.

Tulungan natin siyang makabalik sa kanyang pamilya. Isang simpleng 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐄 lang ay malayo na ang mararating nito at maaaring maging susi para makauwi siya nang ligtas.

Paki-tag na rin po ang inyong mga kakilala na baka may alam tungkol sa kanya. Maraming salamat po! 🙏