00:05That is the call of President Ferdinand R. Marquez, Jr. to the Filipinos this Christmas.
00:11In his message, the President also encouraged everyone to spread hope and help our countrymen in need.
00:20Kenneth Paciente of PTV, in Balitang Pambansa.
00:25May the true meaning and purpose of Christmas come to life.
00:30That is the message of President Ferdinand R. Marquez, Jr. to the Filipinos this Christmas.
00:35The President said that the occasion is important to Christians as a celebration of the birth of the Savior Christ.
00:42But this is also a time for God's presence to be felt through thanksgiving, goodness, and happiness to all.
00:49The President said that the Christmas celebration is important not only to Christians because it is also a symbol of thanksgiving, even to non-believers.
00:58He also reminded that Christmas is also the reason for family reunions.
01:02That is why Christmas should be celebrated through appreciation.
01:06That is why it should be celebrated through appreciation for its meaning and purpose.
01:12The President asked that the joy and glory of Christmas be accompanied by love and peace in every home,
01:18and a deeper relationship with God, and from each other.
01:22In the Christmas video greeting of the First Family this Christmas,
01:26the President said that despite the problems this year, Christmas is still going on.
01:32Filipino Christmas is the happiest Christmas in the world.
01:36That is why, no matter what trials we face, God will not leave us.
01:43The way is simple.
01:45There is no need to be arrogant.
01:47What is important is that the family is together, and that they get together.
01:51They can also visit beautiful places in the country, or they can go to the church together.
01:56There is no need to be arrogant.
01:58Because no matter where the country is, and no matter what our situation is,
02:03Filipino Christmas is about love and friendship.
02:08Filipino Christmas is about love.
02:11We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
