Bong Go joins ‘Bring Him Home’ Christmas outreach

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Bong Go joined the “Bring Him Home: A Christmas Outreach – Isang Paskong May Pag-asa, Isang Paskong May Panalangin” held last Friday in Davao City, lending his presence to a holiday activity centered on prayer, solidarity and assistance for children battling cancer.

The Christmas outreach, organized in a tradition long associated with former president Rodrigo Duterte, brought together caregivers, volunteers and young patients for a simple gathering that combined gift-giving with quiet reflection. Go participated in the distribution of assistance to pediatric cancer patients, echoing a practice he learned from his mentor and has consistently supported in various charity and hospital-based activities as a public servant.

During the event, Go underscored his prayer that the former president, a father and a grandfather, would be able to spend the holidays with his family and fellow Filipinos in the country.

He added that the gathering was not only about expressing political support but about remembering those who continue to struggle with illness, particularly children undergoing cancer treatment.

“Amidst all we”re going through, let’s not forget these children still fighting sickness. A little time, prayer and help is a big deal for them and their parents,” he said in Filipino, speaking briefly to volunteers and families present.

Through the years, the former chairman of the Senate committee on health has consistently advocated for increased funding for the Cancer Assistance Fund, highlighting its vital role in easing the financial burdens faced by patients and families.