Blessed Are You/Mapapalad Kayo

In 2015, Pope Francis made an historic visit to the Philippines. As part of that celebration, the Archdiocese of Manila held an evangelization conference and invited representatives from OCP (Ken Canedo, Jesse Manibusan, and Ricky Manalo) to attend and perform. "Blessed Are You/Mapapalad Kayo" was composed for that occasion. There are many events when one may sing this joy-filled song, from catechetical lessons to worship events based on the Beatitudes. Liturgical themes of the song include social justice and solidarity with those who live in the margins of our society.