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Churchgoers at the National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Quiapo, Manila, January 4, 2026. Jessie Cruzat, ABS-CBN News

Churchgoers at the National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Quiapo, Manila, January 4, 2026.

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Jessie Cruzat

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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1767525871664viber_image_2026-01-04_18-59-40-982.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Churchgoers at the National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Quiapo, Manila, January 4, 2026. Jessie Cruzat, ABS-CBN News" width="960"/>Churchgoers at the National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Quiapo, Manila, January 4, 2026. Jessie Cruzat, ABS-CBN News</div>MANILA -- Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula emphasized the values of humility and selfless love as he highlighted the official theme of the 2026 Jesus Nazareno celebration during the first Sunday Mass of the year at the National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Quiapo, Manila.In his homily, Advincula stressed that true devotion calls for lowering oneself so that Christ may be lifted up in one’s life. “Dapat siyang itaas at ako naman ay bumaba… Ito ay panawagan sa pagbabagong loob, bumaba sa yabang, bumaba sa galit, bumabasa pag-aakalang tayo ang sentro. At sa pagbaba nating ito, si Kristo ang unti-unting itinataas sa ating buhay,” Advincula said.Advincula added that devotion is not measured by how much one can give materially, but by genuine love, concern, and intention.<div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2026/1/2/quiapo-church-filled-with-faithful-on-first-friday-of-2026-0916">Quiapo Church filled with faithful on first Friday of 2026 </a> </div>“Ang mundo natin ngayon ay sanay sa mga regalong may pangalan, may label, may presyo pa nga kung minsan na kunwari ay nalimot lang alisin, ngunit ang tunay na debosyon ay marunong magbigay ng hindi kailangang makilala. Marunong maglingkod ng hindi naghahanap ng papuri,” he said.The Mass also marked the fifth day of the novena in preparation for the Nazareno 2026.Thousands of devotees flocked to the Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno, lining up as early as morning to attend mass and offer prayers. Among them was Vevencia Anleo, who traveled from Caloocan and has been a devotee of Jesus Nazareno for more than a decade. She said attending Mass and offering sacrifices are expressions of love and faith.<div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2026/1/1/a-prayerful-start-devotees-welcome-new-year-at-quiapo-church-1348">A prayerful start: Devotees welcome new year at Quiapo Church</a> </div>“Mahal natin ang Panginoon, magsakripisyo tayo. Hindi naman mabigat sa kalooban mo,” Anleo said.Other churchgoers offered prayers for health and protection for their families, like Rodolfo Basario, who travelled from San Rafael, Bulacan.“Walang magkasakit sa pamilya. Sa buhay,” he said.For some devotees, faith extends beyond people. Moira Arellano attended Mass carrying her pet dog, Yuki, whom she brings with her to church every year. “Pamilya na kasi namin ito si Yuki… Mabait siya at di rin nangangagat. Sanay rin siya mag-pray dito,” Arellano said.As thousands continue to visit Quiapo Church, a replica of Jesus Nazarene is also being brought around barangays in the Quiapo district as part of the annual barangay visitation.<div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/12/29/church-police-all-set-for-nazareno-2026-hijos-pulis-to-help-secure-traslacion-1946">Church, police all set for Nazareno 2026; ‘Hijos-Pulis’ to help secure Traslacion</a> </div>John Rencie Alvarez, assistant for barangay affairs at the National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno, said the initiative allows devotees to pray without having to brave large crowds ahead of the feast.“Unang-una po, mapagbigyan po ang lahat ng nandirito sa Quiapo na makalapit po sa kanya. Makapagdasal na. At least po hindi na po makisabay po sa dami ng deboto sa parating na kapistahan po,” Alvarez said.Meanwhile, police authorities renewed their call for devotees who will participate in the Traslacion to follow designated routes and church guidelines to ensure safety and order. “Siyempre po ‘yong pananamantala doon sa mga nagsisimba sa mga deboto para maiwasan natin ang krimen tulad ng pandurukot, snatching, at iba pang hindi kanais-nais,” said Police Captain Dennis Turla, commander of PCP Plaza Miranda.

Humility and selfless love. These were the values emphasized by Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula as he highlighted the official theme of the 2026 Jesus Nazareno celebration during the first Sunday Mass of the year at the National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Quiapo, Manila.

Humility and selfless love. These were the values emphasized by Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula as he highlighted the official theme of the 2026 Jesus Nazareno celebration during the first Sunday Mass of the year at the National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Quiapo, Manila.

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Humility, selfless love: Manila Archbishop Advincula highlights theme of Nazareno 2026

Jessie Cruzat,

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Published Jan 04, 2026 07:36 PM PHT

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