00:00Sept. 28 of every year, the Catholics celebrate the feast of the first Filipino saint, San
00:06Lorenzo Ruiz.
00:08San Lorenzo Ruiz was born in Binondo, Manila, around the year 1600.
00:13He grew up in a devout Catholic family.
00:15As a young man, he served as an altar boy and later became a member of the Confraternity
00:20of the Holy Rosary.
00:22When asked to renounce his faith, he boldly declared,
00:24I am a Christian, and this I profess until the hour of my death.
00:29San Lorenzo Ruiz was beatified by Pope John Paul II in 1981 and canonized in 1987.
00:36Today, he is celebrated as the patron saint of Filipino youth, overseas workers, and altar
00:42servers.
00:44His legacy continues to inspire millions around the world.
00:48As we honor San Lorenzo Ruiz on his feast day, let's reflect on his extraordinary example
00:53of faith and courage.
00:55His life reminds us that no matter the challenges we face, our faith can guide us through.
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