MANILA – Young Filipinos are set to hold an anti-corruption community prayer rally in front of the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, more popularly known as the Manila Cathedral in Intramuros, Manila next week.

The Manila Cathedral announced the event, called “Memorare: A Day of Lament and Prayer of Young People,” scheduled for 4 p.m. on Oct. 31.

“With growing awareness and engagement among young people in the call for transparency, accountability, and good governance, let us gather in prayer and discernment, imploring the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Queen of the Holy Rosary, for our country,” the announcement stated.

Organizers urged participants to wear white clothes and/or white ribbons.

The event will be the latest in a series of mass protest actions hosted by various groups amid controversies surrounding flood control projects.

The first rally, called “Trillion Peso March,” was held on Sept. 21, attended by members of several civil society organizations and religious groups, celebrities, and ordinary citizens at Rizal Park in Manila and the People Power Monument in Quezon City.

Recently, a weekly “White Friday Protest” was also launched in some parts of the country by civil society groups, calling for accountability among government officials linked to questionable infrastructure projects.

Manila Cathedral

The Manila Cathedral, officially the Minor Basilica and Metropolitan Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, is a prominent Roman Catholic basilica located in Intramuros, Manila. It has been rebuilt eight times since its original construction in 1581, having been destroyed by fires, earthquakes, and bombing during World War II. The current structure, completed in 1958, is renowned for its beautiful Romanesque-Byzantine architecture and stained-glass windows.

Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception

The Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, also known as the Cathedral of Castries, is a prominent Roman Catholic cathedral in Saint Lucia. Originally built in 1897, the current structure was completed in 1931 after a fire destroyed its predecessor. It is renowned for its stunning interior murals that depict biblical scenes and local saints, blending Catholic iconography with Caribbean influences.

Intramuros

Intramuros is the historic walled area in Manila, Philippines, built during the Spanish colonial period starting in the late 16th century. It served as the political, military, and religious center of Spanish power in the country. Today, it is a major tourist attraction where visitors can explore restored sections of the old walls, gates, and churches that reflect its colonial past.

Manila

Manila is the capital city of the Philippines, located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay. Founded by Spanish conquistadors in 1571, it served as the center of Spanish colonial power for over three centuries. The city is a major cultural and economic hub, known for its historic Intramuros district, a walled city from the Spanish era.

Rizal Park

Rizal Park, also known as Luneta Park, is a historic urban park located in Manila, Philippines. It is most famous as the site where the country’s national hero, Dr. José Rizal, was executed by the Spanish colonial government in 1896, an event that fueled the Philippine Revolution. Today, it serves as a major recreational area and a national symbol of freedom, featuring monuments, gardens, and the Rizal Monument which guards his remains.

People Power Monument

The People Power Monument in Manila commemorates the 1986 People Power Revolution, a peaceful uprising that ousted the authoritarian regime of Ferdinand Marcos. The monument, featuring a sculpture of protesters, symbolizes the non-violent struggle for democracy and serves as a memorial to the Filipino people’s collective power.

Quezon City

Quezon City was founded in 1939 and served as the capital of the Philippines from 1948 to 1976, replacing Manila. It was named after Manuel L. Quezon, the second President of the Philippines, who envisioned a new capital city. Today, it is the country’s most populous city and a major hub for government, commerce, and education.