Barasoain Church located at the heart of Malolos, the capital of Bulacan. History: As we all know, churches are considered historical because of the special events that happened within the place. Barasoain, said to be a replica of the Barasoain Church in Navarra, Spain, was founded by Augustinian Missionaries in 1859. This church served as [...]
Baclayon Church
August 14, 2007 By 2 Comments
The Baclayon Church, just six kilometers away from Tagbilaran City, Bohol, is the second oldest stone church in the Philippines (the oldest is San Agustin Church , in Real Street, Intramuros, Manila, built in 1571). Constructed in 1595 by the Jesuit priests, it is still intact and houses important relics and images reminiscent of the [...]
National Shrine of Sacred Heart of Jesus
July 25, 2007 By 27 Comments
Located right smack at the central business district of Makati, The National Shrine of the Sacred Heart is an artistic fusion of post modern and classic interiors thoughtfully designed to complement elegance, and accentuate comfort with solemnity of worship. It’s a perfect place to take your solemn vow. It is one of the underrated church [...]
Mary The Queen Parish
July 21, 2007 By 3 Comments
Mary the Queen is envisioned to be a community of active and faithful followers of Jesus Christ, striving to live the fullness of the Gospel and to make the Eucharist the center of their lives through the intercession and inspiration of the Blessed Virgin Mary. History: On September 20, 1954, Mary the Queen Personal Parish [...]
Malate Church
June 26, 2007 By 84 Comments
The Malate Church is a Baroque-style church which faces a small park and beyond that Manila Bay. The church was built originally on this spot in the sixteenth century by the Augustinians, and is one of the oldest churches in Manila outside of Intramuros. Brief History: British soldiers took refuge in this church during their [...]
Parish of St. James the Great
June 18, 2007 By 26 Comments
Brief Description St James the Great Parish is located inside Ayala Alabang Village, an exclusive suburban residence south of Manila favored by more affluent Filipinos. The church was perfect for the couple. Old-world elegance meets luxury. A beautiful altar it has and this church can have their aircons turned on during the ceremony. This church [...]
Mount Carmel
June 8, 2007 By 83 Comments
Situated in Aurora Boulevard in New Manila, Quezon City, Mount Carmel is another church favored for weddings. With its large, ornate array of stained glass windows, the church is romantic as it is serene. Just a short history of the church…On Dec. 30, 1954, the cornerstone for the church was blessed by Archbishop Vagnozzi in [...]
Paco Park Church
June 3, 2007 By 97 Comments
Paco Park Church or St. Pancratius Chapel Brief Description: Again this is one of the edifices built during the Spanish regime completed in 1820. It is actually a former municipal cemetery for the well-heeled and established aristocratic Spanish families. On December 30, 1896, Dr. Jose P. Rizal, was interred in Paco Park after his execution [...]
