15/01/2026
The Traslacion (literally, transfer) or the feast of Nuestro Padre Jesus Nazareno commemorates the transfer of the image of the Black Nazarene from Reccollect Church in Intramuros to its present shrine, Quiapo Church 400 years ago. The Church commemorates it annually every 9th of January. The original image was enshrined in a church which once stood near the Quirino Grandstand, the Church of San Juan Bautista of the Augustinian Recollects in Bagumbayan, Luneta.
The present celebration transfers the image from the Quirino Grandstand to the Quiapo church.
The Wilderness Search and Rescue Philippines was formed in 2013. Starting 2014, WISAR has been involved every year, putting up aid stations and providing medical care to devotees who may faint or suffer injuries during the course of the procession. This year was no different. Led by WISAR Metro North Chapter with the full support from other WISAR chapters and national officers, WISAR once again volunteered its services. A total of 86 members signified, set up camp one day before the start of the procession and prepared what was needed. This was not only because of the willingness to help but for several of the members, this is an annual pledge, an act of faith, a panata. And this will continue. As long as there are those who need help, the Wilderness Search and Rescue Philippines will always be ready to answer the call.
The pictures below capture some of the scenes during the translacion showing members of WISARPh doing what they do best.
Doki Natividad
Ian Borja Full
Ted Everest Doc Esguerra
WISAR Philippines - Metro North Chapter
Geenie Lou Duarte
Nayn Rañola
