TV special on St. Ignatius pilgrimage
The Jesuit Communications Foundation (JesCom), the media arm of the Philippine province of the Society of Jesus, has been presenting Lenten TV specials during the Holy Week.
For this year, JesCom offers Sangandaan: Paghahanap kay Hesus sa Camino Ignaciano, a documentary about a group of pilgrims who retraced the route that St. Ignatius of Loyola took in 1522 to become a true soldier of Christ. Sangandaan is airing on March 30, 4 p.m. on ABS-CBN.
The special narrates the pilgrims’ spiritual odyssey and their compelling personal stories — from the time they set foot in Spain until the moment they all completed the 157-kilometer journey of faith.
JesCom creative director Pauline Mangilog-Saltarin says that the documentary is going to touch a chord in everybody’s hearts. “The pilgrims that audiences will see, they’re physically moving from point A to B. Much like in our lives, we’re always journeying regardless of what stage we are at. Ultimately, it is getting to know God more, connecting with Him that remains to be our main purpose.”
Sangandaan features the Camino Ignaciano walking retreat that was done from Sept. 26 to Oct. 10, 2017. The docu reveals picturesque land- scapes and scenic towns, as well as the churches where St. Ignatius worshipped. The route concludes in Manresa, the town where St. Ignatius composed the The Spiritual Exercises.
For inquiries, call Dit Sablan at 4265971 to 72, local 121, mobile number 09088868447, or e-mail esablan@admu.edu.ph.