Manila, April 14 -- The Diocese of Antipolo is inviting the Catholic faithful to join the 2025 Alay Lakad this week, as it attempts a Guinness World Record for the "largest gathering for a walking spiritual pilgrimage in 12 hours".

In a radio interview, Antipolo Bishop Ruperto Santos asked Filipinos to join the 17-km. walk from Metro Manila to the International Shrine of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage or Antipolo Cathedral in Rizal province, from 6 p.m. April 17 (Maundy Thursday) to 6 a.m. April 18 (Good Friday).

"Such a record would not only highlight the spiritual significance of the pilgrimage but also bring global recognition to the cultural and religious traditions of the Philippines," he said.

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