Vice President Sara Duterte urged the public to pray for protection against threats of unity that could cause human suffering this All Saints’ Day, Nov. 1.

“May we also ask God for continued blessing of strength and healing as a nation. Let us pray for protection against calamities, disasters, wars, and forces that may threaten our unity and cause human suffering or death,” Duterte said in a statement.

The Vice President also called Filipinos to reflect and let faith guide them toward their paths.

“Let us solemnly reflect on the profundity of their faith and devotion to God - and pray that their blessedness will guide us down the path where we are called to serve the poor, the oppressed, the sick, and the dying,” she said.