As a stand against corruption, Wesleyan University-Philippines (WUP) students and employees gathered in Silent Light: Our Peaceful Stand Against Corruption Prayer Rally Against Corruption on October 30, 2025, at John Wesley Park, Cushman Campus.
Spearheaded by the WUP Political Science Society and the College of Arts and Sciences, the event served as a prayer and purpose rally calling for renewal, truth, accountability, and justice for our country, while highlighting the importance of faith in guiding people to stay honest and uphold strong moral values.
“Ang ating bansa, sa ngayon ay lugmok sa kadiliman… dulot ng malawakang pagnanakaw sa kaban ng bayan at sa bawat sentimong napupunta sa bulsa ng iilan, hindi lang tayo ang ninanakawan, hindi lang ako, hindi lang kayo—pinagkakaitan din [nito] ng magandang kinabukasan ang susunod na henerasyon,” Dr. Marietta B. Agustin, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences said emphasizing how corruption robs not just the present generation but the future as well.
Meanwhile, Serenity Heart Asuncion, Chancellor of the Political Science Society, also expressed how crucial it is to make a stand in movements like these.
“We needed to somehow share our voice, even if it’s through these peaceful prayer rally,” she said.
Dr. Gladys Mangiduyos, Vice President for Administration and Planning, also reminded participants that righteous action transcends personal gain and time.
“Sa kasaysayan, mawala man tayo sa daigdig, batid ng mga anak natin na tumindig tayo, nagpahayag tayo, [at] nagdasal tayo. Hindi natin sinayang ang buhay na binigay ng Diyos sapagkat hindi tayo sumama sa mga tiwali, bagkus tumingin tayo sa liwanag at nagdala tayo ng liwanag sa kadiliman,” she said.
Additionally, Supreme Student Council representative Katrina Angela Wycoco also affirmed the youth’s role in dismantling systemic injustice. “Hindi tayo magmamana ng sirang sistema, dahil tayo ang magtatapos nito,” she declared.
“Tayo ay mananalangin upang patuloy tayong palakasin ng Diyos, pag-isahin niya ang ating mga puso at damdamin, at patapangin niya tayo upang ipaglaban natin, bawiin natin ang para sa atin na nilikha ng Diyos,” University Chaplain Rev. Dr. Francis Fajardo highlighted, calling for spiritual strength and collective courage.
The event concluded with a series of prayers from student leaders of WUP.
Article by Ayumi San Cai Valerio (PIO)
Photos by John Carlo Dauz (PIO)
