Manila Bulletin
CBCP makes Visita Iglesia available online
Filipino Catholics can participate in the traditional 'Visita Iglesia' this Holy Week through online platforms despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) offers a virtual observance via https://cbcpnews.net/visitaiglesia/visita-iglesia-in-360/, allowing the faithful to visit multiple churches and pray the Stations of the Cross online.
This online platform also features the 'pabasa' (chanting of the Lord's passion), which is a ritual reading of the 'pasyon'.
Due to the enhanced community quarantine, practices like self-flagellation and crucifixion are discouraged by the Church.
Liturgical activities, including masses, are available via radio, television, or livestreaming.
An official from the CBCP stated that the virtual observance does not make the Holy Week experience any less holy, emphasizing that Christ's sacrifice is what makes it holy.
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