Remember… Proclaim… Celebrate…
Remember… Proclaim… Celebrate…
Epifanio de los Santos Ave., a.k.a. EDSA.
February 22-25, 1986.
The “Lord has done great things” to the Filipino people,
and to all peoples of the world!
Night of February 22, 1986…
The voice of the shepherd, Jaime Cardinal L. Sin,
was heard over Radio VERITAS.
“Come to EDSA.
Lives of soldiers and civilians
in our military camp are in danger.”
Led by the Blessed Virgin Mary, the “Gentle Woman”,
yet as a Mother, imbued with strength
to protect her beloved children,
millions of Filipinos responded to the call
and filled up the avenues and streets
leading to the camp!!!
They all came to EDSA!
For three days (3) they stood their ground.
They prayed the rosary.
They sang… They danced.
They offered food and flowers to the soldiers.
Touched by the people’s
unwavering faith and genuine love,
soldiers carrying guns and manning tanks surrendered.
The dictator fled into exile in Hawaii!
The battle was won!!!
“Mercy and faithfulness have met;
Justice and peace have embraced.” (Psalm 85: 11)
The whole world was filled with
admiration and respect for the Filipinos!!!
Indeed, an edifying encounter of Church and State
in a bloodless and peaceful revolution…
A joint effort of religion and politics
for the spiritual and temporal good of the people.
Truly, a shining moment to remember …
a real and genuine experience to proclaim…
a grace-filled victory to celebrate.
The heart of every peace-loving Filipino
sung in jubilation Mary’s Magnificat.
“My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,
My spirit rejoices in God my Savior
for He has done great things for me…
He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,
and has lifted up the lowly…”
Remember… Proclaim… Celebrate…
This is Our Response…
Our Commitment…
Our Mission…
“SAYAW-KULAY FESTIVAL”: A Dance Festival of Peace…
Our unique way of
remembering, proclaiming and celebrating
our experience of
EDSA Peaceful People Power Revolution.
EDSA Peaceful People Power Revolution…
You made Jesus’ Presence Visible…
His Love Incarnate…
His Saving action Experiential…
His Kingdom Come.
EDSA Peaceful People Power Revolution…
Bringing you to prayer and worship
through our “Sayaw-Kulay” Festival,
we remember, proclaim and celebrate
the Triune God – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
and Mary, The Mother, Queen of Peace,
in the company of all saints,
with love and gratitude!
EDSA Peaceful People Power Revolution –
An Experience… A Memory…
A Way of Being Church… A Way of Life…
We Remember…
We Proclaim…
We Celebrate!!!
Remember EDSA
By: Rev. Fr. Lari Abaco
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