Unshaken by change, devotees in the Philippines continue their devotions and acts of penitence this Holy Week

Here are the latest news from the Philippines: the changes felt in the usual Holy Week observance of Filipinos this year due to the Middle East crisis; the government’s measures to ease the impact of the global crisis on the country; and the continued crucifixion of Ruben Enaje of Pampanga.

Thousands of Filipinos remain steadfast in their devotions and acts of penitence this Holy Week, despite the changes brought about by the ongoing global crisis. Credit: Social Communications Ministry/Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno

Key Points

• This Holy Week in the Philippines, there's decrease in the number of vehicles traveling out of Metro Manila to the provinces.
• There is also a decline in tourists, particularly in Baguio City, which is usually visited by both locals and foreigners during Holy Week.
• An update on how Good Friday 2026 will be observed for Ruben Enaje of Pampanga and his crucifixion, which he has been performing for over 40 years.
• Measures being taken by the Philippine government to mitigate the impact of the crisis caused by unrest in the Middle East.

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