Sara’s prayer: Heal the nation

In commemoration of All Saints' Day, Vice President Sara Duterte urged Filipinos to ask God "for continued blessings of strength and healing as a nation."

"Let us pray for protection against calamities, disasters, wars, and forces that may threaten our unity and cause human suffering or death," Duterte said.

The Vice President likewise called on Filipinos to solemnly reflect on the saints' faith and devotion to God.

"Let us solemnly reflect on the profundity of their faith and devotion to God, and pray that their blessedness will guide us down the path where we are called to serve the poor, the oppressed, the sick, and the dying," Duterte said.

She added: "Today, the nation takes a pause in honor of all the saints whose blessedness reminds the world of God's compassion, mercy, and enduring love."