LIVE: Pope Francis in the Philippines - Day 1

Pope Francis boards the airplane on the occasion of his trip to Sri Lanka and Philippines, at Rome's Fiumicino International Airport, Monday, Jan. 12, 2015. AP/Gregorio Borgia

Pope Francis is scheduled to arrive at the Villamor Air Base in the Philippines on Thursday and head to the Apostolic Nunciature in Manila.

The Roman Pontiff's first apostolic and state visit in the biggest predominantly Catholic nation in Asia lasts for five days, bringing with him the message of mercy and compassion.

5:45 Arrival at Villamor Air Base in Manila
  Official Welcome

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