Filipino netizens storm social media to welcome Pope Francis

As Pope Francis nears the country, many Filipino have flocked not only to the streets in anticipation, but also to social media to express their excitement.

 

Welcome to the Philippines Pope Francis! A new history has been made for our own beloved country. pic.twitter.com/9WdJIRJGN4

— eina loves harry (@skinnyftharry) January 15, 2015

 

42:00 mins to go! Welcome to the Philippines Pope Francis!! ???????? #PopeFrancisPH #PopeTYSM

— Lellord Dolor (@ParaLELLORDgram) January 15, 2015

— Lellord Dolor (@ParaLELLORDgram) January 15, 2015

 

 

It’s gotten to the point that ‘Welcome to the Philippines Pope Francis’ has reached the number one spot for Philippine trends on Twitter.

 

Many users also used “Lolo Kiko,” the name by which Pope Francis would like his Filipino followers to call him.

 

Starting today, the country receives a special blessing. Welcome to the Philippines Pope Francis! #LoloKiko

— GioC? (@yoabenes) January 15, 2015

 

Welcome to the Philippines Pope Francis. We hope and pray for your safety, can't wait to see you ?????? #LoloKiko #PopeFrancisPH @Pontifex

— Abigail Sicuan (@AbigailSicuan) January 15, 2015

 

The Philippines can't wait to welcome you #LoloKiko ! #PopeFrancisPH

— Danina Bea Romulo (@DaninaRomulo) January 15, 2015

 

The Shepherd One is now in Philippine airspace and set to land at Villamor Air Base.

Nakapasok na sa Philippine airspace ng bansa ang eroplanong lulan si Pope Francis. #PapalVisitPH

— GMA News (@gmanews) January 15, 2015