CBCP asks public to trust in God's blessings amid challenges

Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines president and Lipa Archbishop Gilbert Garcera on Thursday reminded the Catholic faithful to trust in the blessings of God despite the challenges being faced. 

In his New Year’s message, Garcera said that there are a lot of challenges as the public welcomes the new year. 

But, Garcera assured the public that God would bless the Catholic faithful amid these trials and challenges.

“Haharap tayo ngayon sa Bagong Taon 2026 at maraming hamon sa atin. Pero nakasisiguro tayo na napakaraming biyayang nakalaan para sa atin,” he said. 

“Magtiwala tayo sa biyaya ng Diyos,” the CBCP president added. 

Amid the New Year celebration, Garcera said the Catholic Church also observes the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. 

He also asked the public to continue trusting God through prayers. 

“Magtiwala tayo sa biyaya ng Diyos, ipagpatuloy ang dasal,” Garcera said. —AOL, GMA Integrated News