Mabini Grounds, Malacañang
December 20, 2024

Feeling the cool breeze of dawn and the warmth of the Filipino Christmas, the public embraces the solemnity of the traditional ‘Misa de Gallo’ on its fifth day at the Malacañang grounds on December 20, 2024.

The Mass, celebrated by Fr. Dennis Bulanday, centers on the theme of total surrender to God, trusting that He will do the rest as long as everybody is doing their best.

“Maraming hamon at pagsubok, pero hindi tayo iiwan ng Diyos,” the priest said.

Free bibingka, puto bumbong, hot chocolate and coffee are served to churchgoers after the Mass.

As the entire Catholic Community prepares to observe the birth of Jesus Christ, the ‘Tara sa Palasyo: Misa de Gallo,’ hosted by the Office of the President (OP)’ will remain open until December 24th, from 4:00 AM to 6:00 AM.

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