Yearly, the observances of the Lenten season at the National Training School for Boys (NTSB) is held through a series of activities aimed at strengthening the spirituality of the residents and staff.

From March 1, (Ash Wednesday) which is the start of Lenten season until the Easter Sunday, different activities were conducted to serve as reflection points of all Christian residents and staff.  Among these activities are observance of Ash Wednesday (putting of ashes on the forehead), observance of Palm Sunday, nightly prayers during the holy week, overnight PABASA, re-enactment of the ‘Washing of the Feet’, station of the cross, and series of Bible sharing and Eucharistic celebrations.

The NTSB is a residential facility managed by the Department of Social Welfare and Development. It provides residential and rehabilitative care to boys, 18 years old and below who are in conflict with the law.

According to Ms. Ellen C. Belmonte, the officer-in-charge of the center, the Lenten observance is undertaken to help strengthen the spiritual beliefs of the residents and staff and hopefully serve and influence them in their day-to-day activities. with reports from JJRuzol and ECBelmonte