Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ___________ 
Introduced by Representative Ma. Rene Ann Lourdes G. Matibag 
AN ACT INTEGRATING THE COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF THE ESTABLISHMENT 
AND HISTORY OF IGLESIA NI CRISTO IN THE SECONDARY EDUCATION 
CURRICULUM OF ALL PUBLIC AND PRIVATE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
As stated in Article XIV, Section 3 of the 1987 Constitution, it is the policy of the state 
to inculcate patriotism and nationalism, appreciation of the role of national heroes in the 
historical development of the country, encourage critical and creative thinking, strengthen 
ethical and spiritual values, develop moral character and personal discipline, and encourage 
critical and creative thinking. 
Shaping the ethical, spiritual, and moral values of the youth as well as raising 
patriotism and nationalism should be one of the essential directives of our educational 
institutions. As a country predominantly influenced by religious beliefs, the Philippine 
educational system should fully inculcate, imbue, and teach the accomplishments of all 
remarkable and historic feats that occurred in our great country. One such feat is the 
establishment of the Iglesia ni Cristo, more popularly known as INC. The Iglesia ni Cristo was 
founded in the Philippines by Felix Y. Manalo and grew to be one of the largest religious 
denominations in the Philippines, with congregations abroad. 
Today, it cannot be gainsaid that the Iglesia ni Cristo have significantly impacted the 
social, political, and religious development of the Philippines. Further, the socio-cultural and 
economic contributions of the Iglesia ni Cristo is evidently seen in the construction of the 
Philippine Arena in Bulacan and the KJC King Dome in Davao. 
Given how the Iglesia ni Cristo has greatly influenced the Filipinos’ way of life, this 
bill seeks to educate and inculcate the youth on the historical significance of the Iglesia ni 
Cristo on how it has shaped our nation’s political, socio-cultural and economic landscape. 
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
MA. RENE ANN LOURDES G. MATIBAG 
December 6, 2022
2:53 pm
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ___________ 
Introduced by Representative Ma. Rene Ann Lourdes G. Matibag 
AN ACT INTEGRATING THE COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF THE ESTABLISHMENT 
AND HISTORY OF IGLESIA NI CRISTO IN THE SECONDARY EDUCATION 
CURRICULUM OF ALL PUBLIC AND PRIVATE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. The Department of Education is hereby mandated to include the 
establishment and accomplishments of the Iglesia ni Cristo in the study of Philippine 
History, primarily focusing on how they shaped our country's cultural heritage and political 
landscape. 
SECTION 2. Towards the implementation of the preceding section, the Department of 
Education shall have the following objectives: 
a. To inculcate in the minds of the youth the national significance of Iglesia ni Cristo
throughout history in establishing our nation.
b. To promote a healthy discourse on the socio-cultural and political influence of
Iglesia ni Cristo in the lives of every Filipino.
c. To educate the youth on the relevance of Iglesia ni Cristo and how it has shaped our
nation’s political landscape.
SECTION 3. Within sixty (60) days from the effectivity of this Act, the Department of 
Education shall, in consultation with the National Historical Commission, representatives of 
Iglesia ni Cristo, historians, political analysts, and all other stakeholders, prepare the 
inclusion of the history of the Iglesia ni Cristo in textbooks and instructional materials in 
Philippine History Books. 
SECTION 4. If any provision of this Act is held invalid or unconstitutional, the other 
provisions not so declared shall remain in force and effect. 
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SECTION 5. All laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations, other issuances, or parts 
thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed or modified 
accordingly. 
 
 
SECTION 6. This act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the 
Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation. 
 
Approved.