Offering sacrifice as a demonstration of faith and love is part of the Camino de Penafrancia experience. Many who have joined the walking pilgrimage are senior citizens who endure kilometers of trekking carrying special intentions for loved ones. Here, we note couples who have chosen to undertake this long, physically tiring journey together. Together, they make pictures of unwavering faith.
CAMINO COUPLES: Walking in faith together
Mr. & Mrs. Culala, both 78 and celebrating 50 years of marriage, joined the Camino de Peñafrancia pilgrimage with unwavering faith. Carrying the hopes of their family-owned Bicol Foundation, they seek blessings to extend medical assistance and scholarships to even more beneficiaries. Their journey is a testament to love, service, and a lifetime of giving. Buen camino Mike and Mary Culala!
At 63 years old, Mr. Hilario and Mrs. Raides Sadang joined the Camino De Peñafrancia pilgrimage, praying for good health for their entire family. They have been married for some 30 years. A dedicated farmer and a retired public school teacher, the couple continues to walk in faith together. Buen camino Hilario and Raides Sadang!
[We will highlight more behind-the-scene stories and photos that speak volumes about the pilgrims’ experience, so keep coming back for more.]