Nagpahayag ng pakikiisa si Vice President Sara Duterte nitong Linggo, Enero 21, hinggil sa pagdiriwang ng mga Cebuano ng Sinulog Festival.
“I am delighted to join our kababayans in celebrating Sinulog sa Sugbo Philippines 2024. This event holds a special place in the hearts of every Cebuano as one of the country's most significant religious and secular gatherings,” pahayag ni Duterte nitong Linggo.
“The festival's roots are deeply grounded in a profound respect for the Holy Child, symbolizing the strong bond between believers and the divine. At its core, Sinulog carries a deep reverence for the Holy Child, the Sto. Nino,” dagdag niya.
Binanggit din ng bise presidente na ang Sinulog ay isang espirituwal na paglalakbay na minarkahan ng “humility” at “personal transformation.”
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Sinisimbolo raw ng mga seremonyal na sayaw at masiglang parada ang pananabik ng mga deboto na paunlarin ang kanilang mga sarili.
“Above all, Sinulog serves as a powerful reminder that on our path of spiritual growth and devotion, embracing humility and a childlike sincerity is of utmost importance,” ani Duterte.
Kaugnay nito, hinikayat ng bise presidente ang mga deboto ng Sto. Nino na ipagpatuloy ang kanilang paglalakbay upang maging tapat na mga tagasunod ng Diyos.
“Let us cherish the festival as a reflection of our prayers and dedication to the Holy Child, reinforcing a timeless tradition that forms the foundation of our identity as a people and a nation,” saad ni Duterte.
“May this vibrant celebration inspire us to strive for a future where our enduring traditions and shared convictions stand as pillars of pride and fortitude. May we be blessed with stronger bonds that unite us as we work together for a more prosperous Philippines,” dagdag pa niya.
