Vice President Sara Duterte joined with the Filipino Catholics in celebrating the Feast of the Black Nazarene on Thursday.
The Feast of the Black Nazarene is a religious festival celebrated in the country. It is also known as the Traslación after the mass procession associated with the feast. It is centered around the Black Nazarene, an image of Jesus Christ.
In her message, the vice president stated that the devotion to the Black Nazarene is a testament to the Filipinos’ profound trust in God’s miracles that have become the spring that gives them the strength, courage, and inspiration to be resilient as they hold fast to their faith and overcome the challenges coming their way.
“We are also called to show humility, kindness, and mercy to everyone in need, even to those who persecute us. Let us all continue to pray for healing, wisdom, and guidance as we renew our faith in prayer and contemplation of our mission as God’s children. Let us also continue to pray for our nation and for our fellow Filipinos, especially those who are in need, the sick, and the dying,” the vice president said.
The vice president, who is being persecuted and attacked by the Marcos administration, is currently facing three impeachment complaints.
Duterte urged the Filipinos to continue to believe in God and to celebrate the Feast of the Black Nazarene with solemn reverence and gratitude for God’s enduring love.
“The Black Nazarene is a manifestation that we will never face the challenges that come our way alone – because God is constantly guiding us, walking with us, and carrying the cross for us on the way to salvation. Ang lahat ng ginagawa natin ay para sa Diyos, Bayan, at bawat Pamilyang Pilipino,” she said.
