Ipinag-utos ng Archdiocese of Manila ang pagdarasal ng Oratio Imperata o Obligatory Prayer para sa integridad, katotohanan at hustisya.
Ang kautusan ay nakasaad sa pastoral letter na inilabas ni Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula para sa mga clergy, consecrated life communities, religious educators, at lay faithful, nitong Oktubre 2, 2025, sa gitna ng mga isyu ng korapsiyon na bumabalot sa bansa ngayon.
“The magnitude of corruption in our country is more and more appalling as we continue to discover its enormity and extent. It has caused untold damage to our institutions, to our people, and to the very fabric of our moral and social life. The evil corruption is not merely a political or economic problem; it is a profound moral and spiritual crisis that gravely wounds the dignity of the human person and betrays the common good,” nakasaad sa pastoral letter.
“Yet, even in the midst of this darkness, signs of hope continue to shine. We are deeply encouraged by the growing awareness among our people of the grave evil of corruption, by their courage to stand up, take to the streets, and become actively involved, and by their firm resolve to help bring about real and lasting change. We discern in this awakening the gentle but powerful stirring of the Spirit of God, who calls us to renewal, repentance and a sincere conversion of heart,” aniya pa.
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Alinsunod sa kautusan ni Advincula, nabatid na ang naturang panalangin ay magiging kapalit ng ‘Prayer of the Faithful’ sa panahon ng pagdiriwang ng mga Banal na Misa.
Sisimulan ang pagdarasal ng Oratio Imperata sa Oktubre 4, 2025, at magtatagal hanggang sa panahong alisin na nila ito.
“In view of this, and in order to unite our local Church in prayer for the cleansing and healing of our nation, we hereby mandate the praying of the Oratio Imperata for Integrity, Truth, and Justice in all shrines, parishes, oratories, and chapels of the Archdiocese of Manila. This prayer is to replace the Prayer of the Faithful during the celebration of the Holy Mass – a rare practice reserved only for the gravest of circumstances – as a clear expression of the urgency and seriousness of our situation,” dagdag pa ng Cardinal.
Kasabay nito, ipinag-utos din naman ni Advincula ang pagpapatunog ng mga kampana ng lahat ng mga simbahan tuwing alas-8:00 ng gabi upang pagpapakita ng galit at pagtutol laban sa korapsiyon.
“Moreover, we order that all the bells of our churches be rung every evening at 8:00PM. This shall be both be a prophetic cry of indignation and outrage against the evil of corruption, as well as a resounding call to contrition and conversion. At the same time, it will be a manifestation of our fervent hope and undying love for our beloved country, trusting that God’s justice and mercy will triumph,” anito pa.
Samantala, nanawagan din naman si Advincula, “Dear brothers and sisters, let us stand united in prayer and action, so that truth, integrity, and justice may prevail over dishonesty, corruption, and self-interest. With confidence, we entrust our nation to the Lord who is just and merciful, and we implore the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, our Mother and Queen, that she may lead us to her Son, the Light of the World.”
