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Marcos to INC: May you continue to be a partner of government

Published Jul 27, 2025 01:53 pm
Commending the "admirable deeds" of the Iglesia ni Cristo in the society during their 111th anniversary, President Marcos expressed hopes that they continue to be a partner of the government in nation-building.
Iglesia Ni Cristo’s Central Temple situated along Central Avenue and Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City. (Santi San Juan)
Iglesia Ni Cristo’s Central Temple situated along Central Avenue and Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City. (Santi San Juan)
"Ang kanilang mga magagandang gawain ay lubos na nagdulot ng malawakang pagbabago at namunga ng pagkakaintindihan, pagdadamayan, at pagkakaisa (Their admirable deeds have brought about widespread change and have borne the fruits of understanding, compassion, and unity)," Marcos said in his message on Sunday, July 27.
"Ngayong ipinagdiriwang natin ang inyong ika-111 Anibersaryo, nawa'y manatili kayong katuwang ng ating pamahalaan sa pagpapanday ng isang matatag at maayos na lipunan (As we celebrate your 111th Anniversary, may you continue to be a partner of our government in building a strong and orderly society)," Marcos added.
The President, in his message, also encouraged the Iglesia ni Cristo to continue spreading the word of the Almighty and share His love and care with everyone, especially those most in need.
He also assured them that "we stand united with you in your aspiration to build a peaceful and prosperous nation for us all."
Marcos also recognized that for over a century, the leadership and members of the Iglesia ni Cristo "have declared and proven their goal of being model citizens and faithful servants of God through service, charity, and solidarity with others."
"Sa ating patuloy na paggalang at pagsunod sa mga aral ng Panginoon, naniniwala ako na malalagpasan natin ang anumang pagsubok at makakamit natin ang ating mga pangarap para sa bayan nating minamahal (With our continued respect for and obedience to the teachings of the Lord, I believe we will overcome any challenge and achieve our dreams for our beloved country)," Marcos said.
"Nawa'y lahat ng ating pagsisikap ay magsilbing katuparan ng isang Bagong Pilipinas na tunay na makatao, makabansa, at may takot sa Diyos (May all our efforts contribute to the realization of a Bagong Pilipinas — one that is truly humane, patriotic, and God-fearing)," Marcos added.
The Chief Executive has declared the founding anniversary of Iglesia ni Cristo as a special non-working day nationwide.
The proclamation was issued to give members of Iglesia Ni Cristo the full opportunity to participate in the occasion.
“Now, therefore, I, Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., President of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby declare Sunday, 27 July 2025, a special (non-working) day throughout the country,” the President said in Proclamation 729.
The Proclamation was signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on October 30, 2024.

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