FAST FACTS: Archdiocese of Palo (Leyte) and the archbishop’s residence
MANILA, Philippines – Pope Francis’ trip to Leyte includes having lunch with the survivors of Super Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) at the residence of the archbishop of Palo in Leyte.
2,000 volunteers mobilized for Leyte papal visit
TACLOBAN CITY, Philippines – Volunteers who will be mobilized during Pope Francis’ visit in Tacloban and Palo gathered at the Leyte Grandstand on Sunday, January 11, for a general orientation prior to the big event.
Tacloban’s classic but low-cost altar for pope
TACLOBAN City, Jan. 11, 2015 – A classic altar with touches of Filipino design is ready for Pope Francis in Tacloban, along with three papal chairs that he can choose from.
Craftsmen who made Pope altar: A labor of love
CEBU CITY—When Pope Francis celebrates Mass in Tacloban City on Jan. 17, he would do so using an altar and lectern made by hand by some of Cebu’s best craftsmen.
Palo archbishop checks papal Mass site preparations
TACLOBAN CITY, Philippines – Palo Archbishop John F. Du gave assurances preparations on the ground will be completed in time for Pope Francis’ visit to Leyte on January 17.