Vice President Sara Duterte urged Filipinos to make Christmas more meaningful by sharing God’s blessings with others, especially those facing hardship, as she highlighted compassion, faith, and unity in her Christmas message.
Reflecting on the grace and hope inspired by the birth of Jesus Christ, Duterte encouraged the public to overcome life’s challenges through generosity and concern for fellow Filipinos, particularly the sick, the homeless, victims of disasters and violence, and neglected sectors.
“Mga kababayan, magiging mas makabuluhan ang Pasko kung ibabahagi natin ang mga biyaya ng Diyos sa ating kapwa lalo na sa mga nahihirapan sa buhay, mga may karamdaman, mga ulila at walang tahanan, mga biktima ng sakuna at karahasan, at mga sektor na dumaranas ng kapabayaan,” she said.
She stressed that hope, inner strength, and faith are rooted in goodwill, values she described as vital in strengthening individuals, families, and the nation.
“Sa kagandahan ng ating loob nagmumula ang pag-asa at katatagan ng loob at pananampalataya. At ito ang gagabay at magpapalakas sa atin bilang mga indibidwal, bilang mga pamilya, at bilang isang bansa,” Duterte added.
The Vice President also wished Filipinos joy as they celebrate the season with their loved ones, while calling for continued prayers for peace and stability in the country.
“Hangad ko ang inyong kaligayahan kasama ang inyong mga kapamilya at mahal sa buhay. Lagi din nating ipagdasal ang biyaya ng kapayapaan at katatagan ng ating minamahal na bansa,” she said.
She concluded by reminding Filipinos of the importance of gratitude and forgiveness, extending a heartfelt Christmas greeting.
“Tandaan po natin na ang pusong nagpapasalamat ay mapagbigay, mapagmahal, mapagpatawad. Mula sa kaibuturan ng aking puso, Malipayong Pasko kaninyong tanan! Mahalin natin ang Pilipinas—para sa Diyos, sa Bayan, at bawat Pamilyang Pilipino,” Duterte said.