Marcos wishes healing for Undas commemoration

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Monday wished the nation healing in commemoration of the All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day.

"I join the nation in commemorating this year's All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. As a Christian nation, these two important holidays which celebrate the lives of heroes of the Christian faith and the memories left by our dearly departed both remind us to strive and live Christ-centered lives," he said in a statement.

The COVID-19 pandemic, Marcos said, made people contemplate about living a meaningful life that is free of regrets.

"As we gain momentum towards complete recovery, I pray that our efforts to remember the saints and our late loved ones will bring healing to our hearts. May it likewise reinforce the foundations of our faith and compel us to live with genuine love and compassion," he said.

"I wish everyone a meaningful celebration," he added. — Llanesca T. Panti/RSJ, GMA News