Jesus Nazareno devotees flock to Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in  Quiapo, Manila to have replicas and banners of the image blessed on January 2, 2025 as they pass under the foot bridge outside the church. The blessing is part of the celebration of the Feast of the Black Nazarene culminating with the Traslacion set for January 9. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

Michael Delizo

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<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/173630425519120250102-jesus-nazareno-replica-blessing-JC-4.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Jesus Nazareno devotees flock to the Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Quiapo, Manila to have replicas and banners of the image blessed on January 2, 2025. The blessing is part of the celebration of the Feast of Jesus Nazareno culminating with the Traslacion set for January 9. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN NewsJesus Nazareno devotees flock to the Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Quiapo, Manila to have replicas and banners of the image blessed on January 2, 2025. The blessing is part of the celebration of the Feast of Jesus Nazareno culminating with the Traslacion set for January 9. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News"/><span class="fr-inner" spellcheck="false" style="text-align:left">Jesus Nazareno devotees flock to the Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Quiapo, Manila to have replicas and banners of the image blessed on January 2, 2025. The blessing is part of the celebration of the Feast of Jesus Nazareno culminating with the Traslacion set for January 9. <em>Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News</em></span></span></span></div><p>MANILA — The Commission on Elections has warned of a possible disqualification case for politicians engaging in premature campaigning, particularly during the Feast of Jesus Nazareno and the Traslacion or procession of Jesus&#x27; statue.</p><p>Comelec Chairman George Erwin Garcia said politicians should be cautious when posting campaign materials and conducting caridad (charitable acts), such as donating food during religious events.</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2024/12/13/quiboloy-65-senatorial-aspirants-in-comelec-final-list-1115">66 aspirants make it to Comelec&#x27;s final list of candidates for senator</a></div><p>“Gusto lang nating ipaalala sa mga politiko na ite-take advantage ang ganitong aktibidad ng simbahan na sana igalang naman nila ang karapatan din ng mga kababayan natin sa pananampalataya,” Garcia said.</p><p>(We just want to remind politicians not to take advantage of church activities like this. They should respect the rights of our fellow countrymen in their faith.)</p><p>“Hindi namin kayang pigilan ang kahit na sino na magpa-file ng kasong disqualification laban sa kahit na sinong politiko. At wala ring makapipigil sa amin na i-idisqualify ang lahat ng politiko na sa palagay namin ay may paglabag,” he added.</p><p>(We cannot stop anyone from filing a disqualification case against any politician. And no one can stop us from disqualifying politicians whom we believe have committed violations.)</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/1/4/comelec-saddened-by-politicians-who-post-ads-ahead-of-campaign-period-1435">&#x27;Hinay-hinay lang&#x27;: Comelec saddened by politicians who post ads ahead of campaign period</a></div><p>The official campaign period begins on February 11 for senatorial candidates and party-list groups, and on March 28 for candidates for the House of Representatives, as well as for provincial, city, and municipal officials.</p><p>“’Yong iba magpapakain pa sa may kalsada pa kung saan dadaan ang prusisyon. Hindi ba parang pagwawalang-hiya ‘yon dito sa isang sagrado na aktibidad?” Garcia said. </p><p>(Some may even feed people on the streets where the procession will pass. Isn’t that an act of disrespect to a sacred activity?)</p><p>Rev. Fr. Rufino “Jun” Secson, rector and parish priest of the Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno, also urged politicians to be mindful of their behavior when attending church.</p><p>“Nananawagan din po kami sa lahat ng mga politiko, kung gusto niyo pong magsimba, puwede naman ho kayong magsimba – wala hong pipigil sa inyo. Pero sana po ay igalang po natin ang okasyon,” he said.</p><p>(We also appeal to all politicians: if you want to attend Mass, you are welcome to do so — no one will stop you. But we hope you respect the occasion.)</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2024/12/30/comelec-warns-individuals-against-politicizing-traslacion-1523">Comelec warns individuals against &#x27;politicizing&#x27; Traslacion</a></div><p>Garcia last week expressed its dismay about politicians who are already posting advertisements through billboards, television commercials, and even in newspapers ahead of the campaign period, saying they should be cautious about this.</p><p>He said that while he was &quot;saddened&quot; by this development, the current election law in the Philippines does not cover this type of premature campaigning. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>RELATED VIDEO:</strong></div><div><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PwkaaJ1fkgM?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><br/></div>

<p>The Commission on Elections has warned of a possible disqualification case for politicians engaging in premature campaigning, particularly during the Feast of Jesus Nazareno.</p>

The Commission on Elections has warned of a possible disqualification case for politicians engaging in premature campaigning, particularly during the Feast of Jesus Nazareno.

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Church, poll body urge politicians: Avoid campaigning, respect Traslacion

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