00:00In essence, the celebration of the birth of humankind's savior, which the country, which
00:05the entire country, awaits in a three-month day-to-day countdown, behooves the faithful
00:09to predicate gratitude, kindness, and joy, with acts of love, care, and compassion for
00:14the neighbor and those in need especially.
00:17Likewise, the president, in his moving message to the country, says we, the people, should
00:22celebrate Christmas as a thanksgiving event that includes all sectors and citizens outside
00:27the faith.
00:28Our Kenneth Paciente fills us with more.
00:33Leave out the true meaning and purpose of Christmas.
00:36This is the message of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. to Filipinos on the spirit
00:40of this special day all Christians celebrate.
00:42The president said this occasion is essential to Christians as a celebration of the birth
00:47of Christ the Savior, but it is also time to fill the presence of God through gratitude,
00:51kindness, and happiness for all.
00:53The president emphasized that Christmas celebration is not only for Christians because it has
00:57become a symbol of thanksgiving even for those of different beliefs.
01:01The president reminds us all that Christmas is a major reason for families to come together.
01:05Therefore, Christmas should be celebrated through introspection and reflection of its
01:10meaning and purpose.
01:12The president wishes the joy and spirit of Christmas bring love and peace to every home
01:16and foster a deeper relationship with God and one another.
01:19In the Christmas video greeting from the first family this holiday season, the president
01:23said that despite the challenges faced this year, Christmas will push through and be
01:27celebrated by all Filipinos.
01:43It does not have to be grand.
01:45What matters is spending time with family and sharing a meal.
01:48The people can also visit the beautiful sceneries in the country or attend mass together.
02:14In Manila, Kenneth Paciente, Balitang Pambansa.
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