President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Sunday congratulated the Iglesia ni Cristo (Church of Christ) on its 111th founding anniversary, recognizing the group’s “continued service, charity, and solidarity with others.”
“For more than a century, the leadership and members of the Iglesia ni Cristo have declared and proven their purpose to serve as exemplary citizens and good disciples of God through service, charity, and solidarity with others,” Marcos said in a statement posted on social media.
“Their wonderful works have greatly brought about widespread change and have resulted in understanding, mutual assistance, and unity,” he added. Marcos emphasized the INC’s role as a key partner in promoting the “Bagong Pilipinas” vision of his administration.
“May all our efforts serve as the fulfillment of a Bagong Pilipinas that is truly humane, patriotic, and fearless,” he said. The President earlier declared July 27, 2025, a special non-working day in honor of the INC’s founding.
Vice President Sara Duterte also praised the INC leadership as she joined in greeting the religious organization on its anniversary.
“I would like to extend my congratulations and gratitude to Brother Eduardo V. Manalo for his wonderful leadership and the purity of his heart in promoting unity, understanding, and faith amidst different principles and ideologies in society,” she said. Manalo is the current Executive Minister of the INC.
Duterte also thanked the INC for its efforts to uplift the country. “Thank you very much to our brethren for your steadfast belief in God and love for our country. Thank you for always praying for the order, peace, and welfare of the Philippines,” she added.
She encouraged INC members to continue spreading their faith by living according to the word of God.
Editor’s Note: This is an updated article. Originally posted with the headline: “Marcos greets INC on 111th founding anniversary”
