DAY 10: How does hope look like for PWD or Person with Disability?

Today, Ysa Carreon, a woman whose strength radiates beyond her visual impairment representing the Pilgrims of Hope for Persons With Disabilities, shares how living is not defined by a person's limitations; and how resilience—especially on God—brings out depth of one's character

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 DAY 9: Hope comes from a sense of belongingness. But real talk, we don't feel belonged all the time. What should we do then? 

Today, Helene Gogna, a youth leader representing the Pilgrims of Hope for Teenagers, talks about how a sense of belongingness and acceptance empowers teenagers to hope for a better life and a better future towards building God's Kingdom.

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DAY 8: When you take care of health, you give hope to healthcare workers. 

Today, Didoy Lubaton, a medical doctor for holistic care representing the Pilgrims of Hope for Health Care Workers, gives us the perspective that most health care professionals don't talk about, and how looking out for one another beyond obligation shares the same love Jesus has for us.

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 DAY 7: Where there is hope, there is healing. 

Today, Reng Morelos, a loving wife and breast cancer survivor, representing the Pilgrims of Hope for The Sick, inspires us with her unwavering faith that led to her eventual healing.

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 DAY 6: If hurt people hurt people, then loved people love others.

Today, Dan Valerio, a youth missionary representing the Pilgrims of Hope for Missionaries, shares how partnering with God in caring for the people He's asked us to love reaps lasting impact not just in their lives but also ours.

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 DAY 5: Serving God and His people has its own share of joy and suffering. But too much of anything is good for nothing. If you find yourself on the verge of exhaustion, this message is for you.

Representing the Pilgrims of Hope for Deacons, Rev. Migs Ramirez tells his story of how wanting to love and serve God even more led to pursuing his vocation.

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DAY 4: "And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us." (Romans 5:5)

Are you lacking inspiration? Seek art.
Are you lacking in hope? Seek God.

Today's reflection is from Jewelle Villarisco, a young illustrator representing the Pilgrims of Hope for Artists. In this video, she will shed light on how artists communicate through their masterpieces as to how God paints the canvas of our lives.

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DAY 3: It has been said that creativity is God's gift to us and using our creativity is our gift back to God. 

Today, Ren Polumbarit, a passionate musician and sound engineer, representing the Pilgrims of Hope for Musicians, will share his story on how his simple fascination for playing drums turned into a calling to bring glory to God.

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DAY 2: In the digital world, it's easy to forget that there is a real person with real feelings behind the screen; hence, the bashing. With the unforgiving nature of social media, how do we know if a post is worth fighting for? 

Today, Mon Reyes, a young preacher and Catholic podcaster representing the Pilgrims of Hope for Digital Communicators, will share his insights on navigating the online space with faith and discovering God in every moment. 

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 DAY 1: ASH WEDNESDAY | Welcome to Embraced, a special online devotional journey through the 40 days of Lent. 

Whether you're seeking healing, strength, or a deeper connection to your faith, let this 40-day journey remind you that you are not alone. We are all pilgrims of hope. We all walk together towards His light

Today is Day 1. Let's start now.

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