Diocesan Shrine and Parish of Our Lady of Grace

2 days ago

Hello @hiveph community, I've visited the place I've grown. I went because of an important matter, I also finished what has to be done. Travelling Bulacan to Manila takes almost two hours, so while I'm capable of visiting the places I've used to be I explore around it.

Diocesan Shrine and Parish of Our Lady of Grace - Grace Park East, Caloocan City (Diocese of Kalookan)

There is no mass when I went there but a church is always free to visit. I was a bit tired to go home, I sat down and pray, there are a lot of people I saw inside that place. Problems that's make them suffer like mine. The Confession Room grabbed my attention. My mom was strict when it comes to attending mass every Sunday. If I skip one I need to confess before she forgives me, as if we don't misunderstood each other everyday. I capture the image on side ways because there's person seating on the chair. Her phone suddenly rang, she looks bother and worried, but she left no choice but to move forward.

I saw these three beautiful ladies, I asked if they have a ball pen. I was lucky they brought some. I'm going to write some notes and dropped it in Padre Pio. I was shy to asked for a piece of paper. But I have my fare ticket so I'm going to used it and write my wishes.

My first wish is for my husband - may his eyes reduce the cataract, his skin will be free from psoriasis. His been suffering from too much of itchiness, he'll scratch until it will be wounded. But the itch will return and return. Always keep him safe from his travel. His motorcycle is old and sometimes gets wild. He also has previous mild accident, I don't know if I can handle if a worst comes.

My Second wish, the lump in the head of my son has no complication. He has lump on the back of his head. And it seems it's not normal. I'm really worried about his condition; his father has a hospital insurance, and his kids are his beneficiaries. Except for me. I just need to a find a hospital and we also need money for the transportation fees.

My third wish, all my kids will be able to finish their studies. Especially our eldest one, she's a scholar taking up BSIT. I also pray to kept them away from sickness. Protect and guide them always, lastly our house. We hope to have a second floor. Thank you, Lord Amen.

I thought it was easy to drop the letter, but it was locked there's no a hole to drop it. But because I've came to far for my wishes, I put it in the handlebar. I hope someone will notice it and put it inside. Beside Padre Pio is Back Nazarene

Before I left the church, I was attracted to the Blessed Mary beside the altar, I asked a Lady that served the church if I can kneel down on it. And say of course you can go closer to it. I know Mother Mary understands all mothers like me, we always have a unconditional love for our kids and family.

I need to pee and all comfort rooms in Manila are accessible if you'll pay for 5.00 to 10.00 pesos. I made some selfie's before going to the bus terminal.

Outside the church

There's also a place where you can light up candle and make your wishes. The idea of recycling the candles used is really brilliant. While I wish for the same wish I wrote earlier.

There's also a grotto beside it, I wanted to wash my hand but I saw an electric wires. In the final photo was the Lady of China, you can lit a incense and make your wishes. You just need to give some donation when you go this place. No amount needed. Prayers are being listened 🙏🏻.