Filipino Catholics mark Easter with Salubong ritual

Filipino Catholics welcomed Easter Sunday with the traditional 'Salubong', a reenactment symbolizing the first meeting between the Risen Christ and his mother, the Virgin Mary.

Devotees participated in the ritual at various churches across the country, including Santisimo Rosario Parish at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila.

At Santisimo Rosario Parish, attendees showered the images of Mary and Jesus with flower petals.

In Quezon City, parishioners at St. Peter's Parish held candles while observing the Salubong.

Meanwhile, at Sto. Domingo Church, devotees eagerly awaited the moment the Virgin Mary's veil was lifted.