I always have my Visita Iglesia or Pilgrimage in my home town, Cavite. This year, I decided to explore the churches in the highlands. In fact. I went to seven churches located in the upland towns of Cavite namely Alfonso, Mendez and Tagaytay City.
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| The belfry of the church. |
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| The facade of San Juan Nepomuceno Parish Church located in Alfonso, Cavite |
Alfonso
The first church that I visited this year was the San Juan Nepomuceno Parish Church located in the poblacion or town center of the highland town, Alfonso. It became a town in 1859 and the church was established in 1861 where Rev. Fr. Jose Sta. Maria was the first parish priest of the town. It is one of the oldest churches in Cavite which is depicted in its architecture.
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| The facade of Saint Augustine Parish Church in Mendez. |
Saint Augustine Parish Church
Mendez
The next church that I visited is the Saint Augustine Parish Church. It is located in the center of the small yet peaceful town of Mendez, Cavite. Its notable feature is the twin bell towers and the only one in Cavite. It was established in 1881 and it celebrated its 300th anniversary last 2015.
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| The facade of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Tagaytay City. |
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Church
Tagaytay City
It is known as the healing church, it was established in 1940 by the Order of Friars Capuchin. The place is very ideal for weddings because of its beautiful landscape and cool climate. The parish is located in the heart of Tagaytay City along the Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway.
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| The facade of Tierra de Maria with the image of Our Lady of Manaoag. |
Our Lady of Manaoag at Tierra de Maria
Tagaytay City
The Tierra de Maria was established twenty years ago by the late Bro. Jiggers G. Alejandrino. The church now is run by his widow and their children and it is also a place of healing and worship for Catholic devotees of the Our Lady of Manaoag.
Ina ng Laging Saklolo Parish Church
Tagaytay City
A few minutes away from Tierra de Maria, the Ina ng Laging Saklolo which is located along Tagaytay-Calamba Highway. The church is also operated with Order of Capuchin Friars, the same with Our Lady of Lourdes Parish.
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| Angels Hills Retreat and Formation Center |
Angel's Hills Retreat and Formation Center
Tagaytay City
It is one of the prayer houses located in Arnoldus Road and this is the sixth church that I visited. It is located near various religious centers including the Pink Sisters Chapel.
The Pink Sisters Adoration Convent of Divine Mercy
Tagaytay City
A few minutes walk from the Angels Hills, I went to the Pink Sisters Convent located in Tagaytay City. It is a very popular convent which was visited by tourists and religious devotees, the place is known for nuns who are wearing pink uniforms and a relaxing place filled with trees and plants.
I also want to visit the Saint Mary Magdalene Church in Amadeo, Cavite but it was already late due to the approaching evening. Therefore, it is always a pleasure and religious practice to do the Pilgrimage to the Seven Churches even in our hometown in order to profess our faith and reflect to all the things that we have done that God saved us from challenges and the fact that we are blessed with opportunities in life.
You may also read Visita Iglesia: Historical Churches in Cavite
Date of Travel: April 12, 2017
Though I come from Laguna, I haven't really explored these Tagaytay-Cavite churches.
ReplyDeleteThat was a tiring adventure but I believe It's worth it with your resolve to visit all 7 Churches. Seven visits to cleanse away your seven deadly sins.
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