Much has been said especially in social media regarding the rally of Iglesia ni Cristo recently in Manila. These commentaries have valid points and we are entitled to live in an orderly, peaceful environment where our rights are not being compromise. There are two sides of the coin and that is why I just observe in spite of the so many reactions by even fellow Catholics. I understand where they are coming from especially those who have first hand experience (in traffic and also abuse from the members of INC). Nevertheless I felt it is not also right to take this opportunity to bash the INC's belief especially if they think that Jesus is only Man. This is also not the time to ridicule their faith and belief and most of all celebrate because their church is falling into pieces. A true Christian will see the hurts and pains the other has been undergoing regardless of what religion s/he belongs. Last night I asked a friend who is a member of INC if he had participated in the rally and how he feels. I'm truly glad that it ended peacefully. I don't care about the speculations on how it ended or what compromise has been given. I felt more on the members of the church. Are they lost now? Are they in pain? My friend told me his eldest did come to the rally. I was amazed that a young girl would choose to be there to tell the world what she felt. My stand here is this: the members of Iglesia ni Cristo has the permit to rally so they have the right to do so as Filipinos. The traffic jam experienced by Manila especially on Friday night I think was the MMDA's fault or whichever government agency that is responsible for order on the road. In the first place there is already a permit issued so they know already that there will be a rally so they should have planned re-routing. I am not informed how Catholic activities are being planned if major roads have to be closed but I'm sure someone in the government should oversee it. Whatever belief, perspective and faith the members of Iglesia ni Cristo have, let us just respect it. Not because of harmony but because as Catholic we believe that God has given the gift of freewill and in this case they just practice to have a choice. If God can give it to Adam and Eve (and to us) then why not we could also give to others. Let us not discriminate our brothers and sisters because they are different. This just reflects how manipulative is our government and they are not doing their service hundred percent. I already lose faith in PNoy a long time ago. This is just a simple case if only he has a sympathy for the people. We are in democracy and everyone is entitled for the freedom of speech. Even the Iglesia ni Cristo whatever their reasons may be.
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