Archbishop appeals to flagellants, other Good Friday penitents.(Main News)

From: Manila Bulletin | Date: March 21, 2008 | Copyright information

Byline: Leslie Ann G. Aquino

Archbishop Paciano Aniceto appealed yesterday to the faithful not to make use of their devotion for tourism purposes.

The San Fernando, Pampanga, archbishop particularly appealed to penitents who submit themselves to crucifixion on Good Friday, an event which draws thousands of tourists, local and foreign, in Barangay Cutud, San Fernando City.

"There are penitents who personally see me explaining their devotion and I te...

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