On the eve of the Feast of the Black Nazarene, thousands of devotees make their way to the Quirino Grandstand to line for the “Pahahalik” — where they take turns kissing the image (though in recent, mainly due to sanitary concerns, they have been advised to limit themselves to wiping a handkerchief on the icon).
January 10 , 2025 – 05:34 AM
The sea of barefoot devotees—with their individual petitions, offerings of sacrifice, and tales of gratitude—came in massive waves as expected.
January 10 , 2025 – 03:27 AM
The 2025 Traslacion drew over 8.12 million Jesus Nazareno devotees, higher than the number of participants last year.
January 10 , 2025 – 01:26 AM
The original image of Jesus Nazareno finally arrived at the Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno or Quiapo Church.
January 9 , 2025 – 11:49 PM
Every year, the Feast of Jesus Nazareno draws thousands to the annual Traslacion, a procession of the Nazareno image in Manila.
January 9 , 2025 – 10:11 PM
The carriage, or andas, of the Jesus Nazarene image tilted as it passed through Bilibid Viejo Thursday evening.
January 9 , 2025 – 09:22 PM
Eatery owner Josie Terencio, 40, a mother of two, has lived in the Quiapo district, surrounded by images of the Nazareno, for nearly 20 years.
January 9 , 2025 – 06:59 PM
Both ropes used to pull the andas or the carriage carrying the image of Jesus Nazareno towards Quiapo Church have already snapped
January 9 , 2025 – 06:53 PM
Around 630,000 Jesus Nazareno devotees are within the vicinity of Quiapo Church as the Traslacion continues, as of 2 p.m. on Thursday
January 9 , 2025 – 06:00 PM
With hands raised in prayer and voices echoing devotion, thousands witnessed the “Dungaw” between Jesus Nazareno and an image of Mary.
January 9 , 2025 – 05:38 PM
Despite warnings from Hijos of Nazareno to not climb the andas, some devotees seized the opportunity to get close to Jesus Nazareno.
January 9 , 2025 – 05:35 PM
Many believe the Holy Image of Jesus Nazareno has miraculous powers — to heal, to protect, to grant wishes.
January 9 , 2025 – 04:35 PM
The andas, or the carriage carrying the image of Jesus Nazareno tilted sidewards in the middle of traslacion on Thursday afternoon.
January 9 , 2025 – 04:24 PM
What most people consider waste is now a ‘blessing’ to scavengers in Quiapo, Manila, especially during the procession of Jesus Nazareno.
January 9 , 2025 – 03:39 PM
The andas, or carriage, of Jesus Nazareno was about to enter Arlegui Street when it was stopped by devotees wanting to get closer.
January 9 , 2025 – 02:57 PM
For eight years, Ana Abutog has been a devoted follower of Jesus Nazareno. She goes to Quiapo Church every year.
January 9 , 2025 – 02:32 PM
Jason Angcajas was only 12 years old when his father brought him to a Traslación or the procession of the image of Jesus Nazareno.
January 9 , 2025 – 01:35 PM
Jesus Nazareno devotees wish for many things – healing, graces, safety. and good fortune. Others, to pass the exam or attain a profession.
January 9 , 2025 – 11:28 AM
John Paul Geron can still remember how intense his prayer was to Jesus Nazareno when he and his wife separated for a few months.
January 9 , 2025 – 11:27 AM
VP Duterte on Thursday enjoined Filipinos to show humility, kindness, and mercy as the nation marks the Feast of Jesus Nazareno.
January 9 , 2025 – 10:50 AM
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed hopes that the Feast of Jesus Nazareno would encourage “a higher purpose in serving others.”
January 9 , 2025 – 10:28 AM
The image of Jesus Nazareno left the Quirino Grandstand at 4:41 a.m. on Thursday, beginning its 5.8-kilometer journey back to Quiapo Church.
January 9 , 2025 – 10:12 AM
The area around Quiapo Church on Thursday morning was packed with thousands of devotees ahead of the arrival of the image of Jesus Nazareno.
January 9 , 2025 – 09:59 AM
The Philippine Red Cross has already catered to 119 patients who participated in activities related to the Feast of Jesus Nazareno in Manila.
January 9 , 2025 – 08:38 AM
It would cost thousands of pesos to have a life-sized image of Jesus Nazareno, but for some devotees, spending for it is never too much.
January 9 , 2025 – 08:24 AM
Around 230,000 devotees came at the start of this year’s Traslacion for the Feast of Jesus Nazareno at the Quirino Grandstand.
January 9 , 2025 – 08:08 AM
With a crutch supporting the right side of his body, a Nazarene devotee walked along with thousands of fellow faithfuls during the Traslación.
January 9 , 2025 – 07:08 AM
For 74 years, Gloria Jordan Gonzales has been consistently present during the Feast of the Jesus Nazareno in Manila.
January 9 , 2025 – 03:19 AM
Devotees to Jesús Nazareno will be in vain if the faithful do not renounce avarice and their vices, Manila Archbishop Jose Advincula said.
January 9 , 2025 – 02:05 AM
No untoward incidents were reported during the feast of Jesús Nazareno so far, said PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo on Thursday.
January 9 , 2025 – 03:19 AM
Devotees to Jesús Nazareno will be in vain if the faithful do not renounce avarice and their vices, Manila Archbishop Jose Advincula said.
January 9 , 2025 – 12:51 AM
The procession of Jesús Nazareno image started its slow procession from the Quirino Grandstand to Quiapo Church early Thursday morning.
January 8 , 2025 – 03:42 PM
A dental technician’s dream led him to become a Nazareno devotee. Faraon, 69, said a figure resembling Jesus Nazareno appeared in a dream.
January 8 , 2025 – 12:56 PM
The Feast of Jesus Nazareno does not only gather millions of Filipino devotees together, it also strengthens family ties.
January 8 , 2025 – 11:53 AM
Devotees of Jesús Nazareno were cheerfully enjoined by Sr. Mary Rose Reyes to eat some snacks at the Quirino grandstand in Manila.
January 7 , 2025 – 07:27 PM
A virtual emergency operations center (EOC) was established in line with the preparations for the Feast of Jesus Nazareno
January 7 , 2025 – 06:08 PM
The Manila Police District (MPD) announced parts of the city will be a no-fly, no-drone, and no-sail zone for security for Nazareno 2025.
January 7 , 2025 – 06:01 PM
An official of the Quiapo Church urged those who will line up for the “pahalik” on the image of Jesus Nazareno not to kiss the image.
January 7 , 2025 – 05:25 PM
The ninth and final Novena Mass for the Feast of Jesus Nazarene is scheduled on Wednesday, January 8, at Quiapo Church.
January 7 , 2025 – 05:23 PM
A total of 9,404 devotees have visited the Quirino Grandstand in Manila for the first day of the“Pahalik” on the image of Jesus Nazarene.
January 7 , 2025 – 04:30 PM
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) geared up 17 first aid stations and an emergency field hospital to assist Quiapo devotees
January 7 , 2025 – 03:58 PM
It was in 1606 when the Augustinian Recollects brought from Mexico a dark image of Christ that would later draw millions of people every Jan. 9 in the Philippines, when the image is brought out for public viewing and the traslacion.
January 7 , 2025 – 08:50 AM
The traditional “Pahalik” that has been part of the annual Feast of Jesus Nazareno started ahead of schedule this year.
January 6 , 2025 – 10:08 AM
The PCG will deploy more than 1,100 personnel to support efforts ensuring public safety during the “Nazareno 2025.”
January 4 , 2025 – 01:23 PM
Hospitals in the National Capital Region are on a “Code White Alert” for the Feast of the Black Nazarene next Thursday, the Department of Health said Friday.
January 3 , 2025 – 10:46 PM
Nazareno 2025 will mark the religious festival’s first celebration since it was declared a “national feast” to be observed in all
January 3 , 2025 – 06:20 PM
Malacañang Palace has declared the Feast of the Black Nazarene on January 9 a special non-working day in Manila.
January 3 , 2025 – 05:05 PM
The Manila Police District is on “heightened alert” despite not monitoring any threats to the celebration of the Feast of the Black Nazarene on January 9.
January 3 , 2025 – 04:44 PM
A ban on guns and liquor will be imposed in Manila starting January 8, ahead of the Feast of the Black Nazarene on January 9.
January 3 , 2025 – 03:11 PM
Manila Police District personnel will be fully deployed on Jan. 8, and a gun ban and road closures will be enforced ahead of the Feast of the Black Nazarene.
January 2 , 2025 – 10:09 AM
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) has deployed 14,474 personnel for security ahead of the Feast of the Black Nazarene on Jan. 9.
December 28 , 2024 – 06:38 PM
The Quiapo Church released the schedule of activities for the Feast of the Black Nazarene, in preparation for the celebration on Jan. 9, 2025
