Blessed Alvaro del Portillo was in the Philippines January 23 to February 1, 1987. He had audiences with large groups and met with families in smaller groups. 

This audience of 1 February 1987 was at the Plenary Hall of the PICC, with 5000 in attendance. In response to a question from Fritz Gemperle, he talked about the importance of mobilizing people to start social projects for those who have less in life.