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Stephanie Sol thinks Pope Francis will ‘uplift the Filipino spirit’

Text by MARY LOUISE LIGUNAS
Interview by CHERRY SUN


For Kapuso actress Stephanie Sol, Pope Francis coming to the Philippines could bring forth an immense shower of grace.

“With the pope’s visit, I think mas ma-u-uplift yung spirit nating Filipinos… I think it’s a good start [to the year] na pupunta si Pope [and we could really] look forward to a really [great year],” the More Than Words star said.

According to Stephanie, the next few days are special to the life of the Filipinos as our faith is celebrated and intensified.

“It’s a privilege because after all that has happened to our country, to [be] blessed [with the presence of] the pope, and the upcoming Sinulog in Cebu, [it] is [going to be] a big celebration for all of us,” she added.

The actress is excited for Filipinos, especially those who are heading out to get a glimpse of the pope.

“You don’t have to talk to him. 'Yung spirit, ['yung presence] lang niya, mararamdaman mo na ['yung blessing] and it’s enough,” she shared.

She also hopes that the Papal Visit will strengthen the country, both its church and its government. “I hope that everyone in this country [will be blessed by God through the pope]. I [wish he would] pray hard for our government [because if the government will] be guided by God, I think that this country will progress faster,” she concluded.