00:00As events unfold across the nation, religious leaders and top officials of the armed forces of the Philippines are urging unity, peace and steadfast loyalty to the Constitution.
00:10And when tensions are running high, they remind Filipinos to keep a level head and stay the course in defending truth and stability.
00:17Our Patrick DeJesus tells us more.
00:21Let's join the Lord God in this day and in the next day.
00:29As the three-day rally against corruption begins, other religious groups under the Philippine Council for Evangelical Churches also offered prayers on Sunday at Camp Aguinaldo.
00:41Members of the armed forces of the Philippines joined the gathering, led by AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo Browner Jr.
00:49They prayed for the unity of Filipinos and for truth to prevail amid the issues affecting the country today.
00:56Browner also reiterated the sacred oath of every soldier to remain non-partisan and loyal to the Constitution.
01:05Nanitiwala po ako na ang armed forces of the Philippines ay isang world-class armed forces.
01:15Palatpakat nga po na.
01:18Disiplinado, matapat sa konstitusyon at sa pagdila ng aping lupang inira.
01:26To solidify this, various AFP branches released statements calling for the peaceful conduct of rallies.
01:33According to Philippine Army Commanding General, Lieutenant General Antonio Nafarete,
01:39they oppose any unconstitutional actions that may affect national security and public order.
01:45Philippine Navy Flag Officer in Command, Vice Admiral Jose Maria Ambrosio Espeleta reminded the public to be cautious in verifying information being circulated to help maintain peace.
01:58Philippine Air Force Commanding General, Lieutenant General Arthur Cordura also assured that they remain focused on their duty to the nation,
02:07anchored on loyalty to the Constitution, and respect for the chain of command.
02:13Patrick De Jesus from the National TV Network for a new and better Philippines.
