Monday, August 4, 2008

September 12 is National Holiday in the Philippines

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has declared September 12, 2008 as a National Day of Prayer for Peace and Reconciliation of our nation.

In Proclamation No. 1555, the President said the promotion of peace and unity among the Filipino people remains to be one of the highest goals of the government.

Stressing the urgency for the "National Day of Prayer for Peace and Reconciliation, the President said, "Our country is facing several challenges, which require the steadfast devotion of every Filipino to work for the common good and for the betterment of our country, adding that such a special day may serve to promote the attainment of our national goals."

She then called on the nation to look inward "in order to make reaffirmation of our commitment to promote the attainment of this goal, through personal reflection, change in attitudes, and solidarity for the public welfare and the development of our country."

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