MANILA, Philippines– Actress Jennica Garcia addressed confusion on Sunday after a promotional art card for a religious event in Bocaue, Bulacan, went viral due to its resemblance to a memorial tribute.
The card announced Garcia’s participation in the “Flores de Mayo” celebration held at the Our Lady Mary Mediatrix of All Grace Chapel.
The design featured her portrait framed with floral borders and religious symbols, prompting many social media users to comment on its similarity to a memorial or eulogy announcement.
Garcia posted on social media to confirm her well-being and clarify that the design was not intended to resemble a memorial card. She acknowledged the confusion with a light-hearted tone and expressed understanding of the online reaction.
The chapel organized the Flores de Mayo event to bring the community together for a day of cultural and religious celebration. Bocaue, located in Bulacan province, hosted the event as part of the traditional Filipino observance honoring the Virgin Mary throughout May.
Despite the initial misunderstanding, the event proceeded as scheduled. Organizers clarified the nature of the art card and ensured that attendees understood its celebratory purpose.
