GMA’s comprehensive coverage of Popes’ cannonization

MANILA, Philippines - GMA News and Public Affairs delivers a comprehensive coverage of the first-ever joint papal canonization in history — that of Blessed Pope John Paul II and Blessed Pope John XXIII.

Leading the special coverage Saint John Paul II: We Love You live from Rome are GMA News pillars Mel Tiangco and Jessica Soho, together with Mariz Umali, Jiggy Manicad and Raffy Tima.

Arnold Clavio and Vicky Morales anchor the GMA News TV special coverage airing at 3:30 p.m. Providing historical and theological insights are panelists Fr. Francis Lucas of the Catholic Media Network and Fr. Jose Quilongquilong, SJ of the Loyola School of Theology.

The declaration of papal sainthood will also be presented in the GMA special bulletin anchored by Jun Veneracion.

GMA’s 24 Oras Weekend and GMA News TV’s Balitanghali Weekend will provide viewers with the latest situation on the twin canonization via live reports from the GMA News team at St. Peter’s Square.

Viewers can get additional updates through GMA News’ social media accounts on Facebook and Twitter with hashtag #2popesaints. YouScoop also encourages YouScoopers to send their photos with and stories about Pope John Paul II. Netizens can also watch this historic event through live streaming on GMA News online.