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'''Espiritu Santo Parish''', now known as the '''Archdiocesan Shrine of Espiritu Santo''', is a Roman Catholic parish belonging to the [[Archdiocese of Manila]] that is located along Tayuman Street corner Rizal Avenue, [[Santa Cruz, Manila]], Philippines. It was declared an Archdiocesan Shrine by Manila Archbishop Emeritus [[Luis Antonio Tagle|Luis Antonio G. Cardinal Tagle]] on June 8, 2014, the Solemnity of the [[Pentecost]]. '''Rev. Fr. Wilmer R. Rosario, JCD''' is the present parish priest and rector of the church, succeeding Rev. Msgr. Albert G. Salonga, PC, who has been its parish priest from 1998 to 2015.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url = http://www.rcam.org/news/1307-espiritu-santo-parish-declared-archdiocesan-shrine|title = Espiritu Santo Parish Declared Archdiocesan Shrine|access-date = 4 April 2015|website = The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Manila|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150924085034/http://www.rcam.org/news/1307-espiritu-santo-parish-declared-archdiocesan-shrine|archive-date = 24 September 2015|url-status = dead}}</ref><ref name=":2">{{Cite web|url=http://www.mb.com.ph/espiritu-santo-church-declared-a-shrine/ |title=Espiritu Santo Church declared a shrine |access-date=4 April 2015 |publisher=The Manila Bulletin |last=Aquino |first=Leslie Ann |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150410121428/http://www.mb.com.ph/espiritu-santo-church-declared-a-shrine/ |archive-date=10 April 2015 }}</ref> |
'''Espiritu Santo Parish''', now known as the '''Archdiocesan Shrine and Parish of Espiritu Santo''', is a Roman Catholic parish belonging to the [[Archdiocese of Manila]] that is located along Tayuman Street corner Rizal Avenue, [[Santa Cruz, Manila]], Philippines. It was declared an Archdiocesan Shrine by Manila Archbishop Emeritus [[Luis Antonio Tagle|Luis Antonio G. Cardinal Tagle]] on June 8, 2014, the Solemnity of the [[Pentecost]]. '''Rev. Fr. Wilmer R. Rosario, JCD''' is the present parish priest and rector of the church, succeeding Rev. Msgr. Albert G. Salonga, PC, who has been its parish priest from 1998 to 2015.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url = http://www.rcam.org/news/1307-espiritu-santo-parish-declared-archdiocesan-shrine|title = Espiritu Santo Parish Declared Archdiocesan Shrine|access-date = 4 April 2015|website = The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Manila|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150924085034/http://www.rcam.org/news/1307-espiritu-santo-parish-declared-archdiocesan-shrine|archive-date = 24 September 2015|url-status = dead}}</ref><ref name=":2">{{Cite web|url=http://www.mb.com.ph/espiritu-santo-church-declared-a-shrine/ |title=Espiritu Santo Church declared a shrine |access-date=4 April 2015 |publisher=The Manila Bulletin |last=Aquino |first=Leslie Ann |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150410121428/http://www.mb.com.ph/espiritu-santo-church-declared-a-shrine/ |archive-date=10 April 2015 }}</ref> |
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== History == |
== History == |
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=== Construction of the Church === |
=== Construction of the Church === |
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In 1913, a public cemetery where the church now stands, was closed due to health concerns. Espiritu Santo Parish was established on December 19, 1926, and placed |
In 1913, a public cemetery where the church now stands, was closed due to health concerns. Espiritu Santo Parish was established on December 19, 1926, and placed under the administration of the Divine Word Fathers (SVD). Fr. [[William Finnemann|William Finneman]], SVD was its first parish priest. |
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In December 1931, Fr. Jose Duserhund took over as parish priest. A crypt containing 444 niches built underneath the altar were sold to local residents. The proceeds were used to construct the church. Its church was fully completed and solemnly blessed on May 14, 1932, on the occasion of the Parish fiesta. |
In December 1931, Fr. Jose Duserhund took over as parish priest. A crypt containing 444 niches built underneath the altar were sold to local residents. The proceeds were used to construct the church. Its church was fully completed and solemnly blessed on May 14, 1932, on the occasion of the Parish fiesta. |
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The church remained standing and unscathed during the Japanese occupation in the [[Philippines]] and battle for the liberation of [[Manila]]. Mr. and Mrs. Jose G. Lopez of Job Lema donated the image of the Blessed Trinity in 1951, sculpted by the popular Maximo Vicente including its carriage. |
The church remained standing and unscathed during the Japanese occupation in the [[Philippines]] and the battle for the liberation of [[Manila]]. Mr. and Mrs. Jose G. Lopez of Job Lema donated the image of the Blessed Trinity in 1951, sculpted by the popular Maximo Vicente including its carriage. |
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On September 29, 1952, a Tabernacle costing eight thousand pesos arrived from The United States of America. |
On September 29, 1952, a Tabernacle costing eight thousand pesos arrived from The United States of America. |
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In November 1955, the beautiful edifice of the Blessed Virgin Mary at the corner of Rizal Avenue and Tayuman Street was blessed by Archbishop Rufino J. Santos. In 1956, a baptismal font was donated by Mr. Jose Pablo and Company |
In November 1955, the beautiful edifice of the Blessed Virgin Mary at the corner of Rizal Avenue and Tayuman Street was blessed by Archbishop Rufino J. Santos. In 1956, a baptismal font was donated by Mr. Jose Pablo and Company |
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On July 11, 1958, the marble main altar was consecrated by Cardinal Santos. Inside the tomb of the main altar were the relics of Saint Matias the Apostle, Saint Irmina and Saint Maria Goretti. The "Descent of the Holy Spirit" upon the apostles on the ark in the sanctuary was painted by Mr. Jose Santos. A beautiful Monstrance which was made in 1899 and church ceiling with Gothic design were donated by the relatives of Fr. Matias. |
On July 11, 1958, the marble main altar was consecrated by Cardinal Santos. Inside the tomb of the main altar were the relics of Saint Matias the Apostle, Saint Irmina, and Saint Maria Goretti. The "Descent of the Holy Spirit" upon the apostles on the ark in the sanctuary was painted by Mr. Jose Santos. A beautiful Monstrance which was made in 1899 and a church ceiling with a Gothic design were donated by the relatives of Fr. Matias. |
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The marble altar |
The marble altar in the middle of the sanctuary was completed and blessed in 1968. In the same year, the pipe organ costing seventy-two thousand pesos was acquired and installed by Rev. Fr. H. Schblitzki, SVD, and was solemnly blessed by the Most Rev. Bienvenido M. Lopez, DD on November 24, 1968.<ref name=":3">{{Cite book|title = Archdiocesan Shrine of Espiritu Santo (Souvenir Book)}}</ref> |
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=== Church Renovations === |
=== Church Renovations === |
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The SVD Fathers turned over the Espiritu Santo Parish to the diocesan clergy on May 2, 1973, with Msgr. Gorgonio Encarnacion as first diocesan parish priest. A four-story multi-purpose building was constructed to replace the old convent. |
The SVD Fathers turned over the Espiritu Santo Parish to the diocesan clergy on May 2, 1973, with Msgr. Gorgonio Encarnacion as first diocesan parish priest. A four-story multi-purpose building was constructed to replace the old convent. |
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Under Msgr. Emmanuel Sunga's three-year service from 1990, church facilities were improved and a big generator at the back of the church |
Under Msgr. Emmanuel Sunga's three-year service from 1990, church facilities were improved and a big generator was installed at the back of the church. |
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Msgr. Norberto Habos' five-year service from 1993 was dedicated to continuous improvement in church facilities. Because of his eye |
Msgr. Norberto Habos' five-year service from 1993 was dedicated to continuous improvement in church facilities. Because of his eye for beauty and artistic taste, the magnificent ''retablo'' of the Holy Spirit at the dome of the main altar, the chapel of Saints, and the stained glass windows which depicted the 15 mysteries of the Rosary were installed. |
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Under the incumbency of Msgr. Albert G. Salonga (1998–2015), the computerized church bells were put to use. The two-storey Formation Center was constructed; the Adoration Chapel, parish office, candle stand corner, coffee shop and Shrine of Our Lady of Perpetual Help were renovated. The image of Rosa Mystica was acquired for the May flower offering. More importantly, the 43-year-old pipe organ was fully rehabilitated through the help of fund-raising projects. The rehabilitation costed two hundred forty-five million pesos.<ref name=":3"/> The rehabilitation was carried out by Diego Cerra Organbuilders, custodians of the Las Pinas [[Bamboo Organ]]. |
Under the incumbency of Msgr. Albert G. Salonga (1998–2015), the computerized church bells were put to use. The two-storey Formation Center was constructed; the Adoration Chapel, parish office, candle stand corner, coffee shop, and Shrine of Our Lady of Perpetual Help were renovated. The image of Rosa Mystica was acquired for the May flower offering. More importantly, the 43-year-old pipe organ was fully rehabilitated through the help of fund-raising projects. The rehabilitation costed two hundred forty-five million pesos.<ref name=":3"/> The rehabilitation was carried out by Diego Cerra Organbuilders, custodians of the Las Pinas [[Bamboo Organ]]. |
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== Parish Priest == |
== Parish Priest == |
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== Establishment as an Archdiocesan Shrine == |
== Establishment as an Archdiocesan Shrine == |
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On June 8, 2014, the title Archdiocesan Shrine of Espiritu Santo was granted in the dedication held during the 88th fiesta anniversary officiated by Cardinal Tagle. Twelve crosses were dedicated in the church posts, The altar was dressed with linens and red roses, and white Malaysian flowers decorated the altar. |
On June 8, 2014, the title Archdiocesan Shrine of Espiritu Santo was granted in the dedication held during the 88th fiesta anniversary officiated by Cardinal Tagle. Twelve crosses were dedicated in the church posts, The altar was dressed with linens and red roses, and white Malaysian flowers decorated the altar. The kissing of the newly consecrated altar was opened to the public. Msgr. Albert G. Salonga lit the candles and passed them to La Liga and BEC parishioners to light the twelve posts.<ref name=":3"/> |
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== Gallery == |
== Gallery == |
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Espiritu Santo Parish Archdiocesan Shrine of Espiritu Santo | |
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Santuario Arquidiocesano del Espíritu Santo | |
Facade of the Church | |
Religion | |
Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
Leadership | Rev. Fr Wilmer R. Rosario, JCD (parish priest and rector) |
Patron | Holy Spirit/Pentecost |
Location | |
Location | Santa Cruz, Manila |
Geographic coordinates | 14°37′02″N 120°59′00″E / 14.6173°N 120.9833°E |
Architecture | |
Completed | May 14, 1932 |
Espiritu Santo Parish, now known as the Archdiocesan Shrine and Parish of Espiritu Santo, is a Roman Catholic parish belonging to the Archdiocese of Manila that is located along Tayuman Street corner Rizal Avenue, Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines. It was declared an Archdiocesan Shrine by Manila Archbishop Emeritus Luis Antonio G. Cardinal Tagle on June 8, 2014, the Solemnity of the Pentecost. Rev. Fr. Wilmer R. Rosario, JCD is the present parish priest and rector of the church, succeeding Rev. Msgr. Albert G. Salonga, PC, who has been its parish priest from 1998 to 2015.[1][2]
History
Construction of the Church
In 1913, a public cemetery where the church now stands, was closed due to health concerns. Espiritu Santo Parish was established on December 19, 1926, and placed under the administration of the Divine Word Fathers (SVD). Fr. William Finneman, SVD was its first parish priest.
In December 1931, Fr. Jose Duserhund took over as parish priest. A crypt containing 444 niches built underneath the altar were sold to local residents. The proceeds were used to construct the church. Its church was fully completed and solemnly blessed on May 14, 1932, on the occasion of the Parish fiesta.
The church remained standing and unscathed during the Japanese occupation in the Philippines and the battle for the liberation of Manila. Mr. and Mrs. Jose G. Lopez of Job Lema donated the image of the Blessed Trinity in 1951, sculpted by the popular Maximo Vicente including its carriage.
On September 29, 1952, a Tabernacle costing eight thousand pesos arrived from The United States of America.
In November 1955, the beautiful edifice of the Blessed Virgin Mary at the corner of Rizal Avenue and Tayuman Street was blessed by Archbishop Rufino J. Santos. In 1956, a baptismal font was donated by Mr. Jose Pablo and Company On July 11, 1958, the marble main altar was consecrated by Cardinal Santos. Inside the tomb of the main altar were the relics of Saint Matias the Apostle, Saint Irmina, and Saint Maria Goretti. The "Descent of the Holy Spirit" upon the apostles on the ark in the sanctuary was painted by Mr. Jose Santos. A beautiful Monstrance which was made in 1899 and a church ceiling with a Gothic design were donated by the relatives of Fr. Matias.
The marble altar in the middle of the sanctuary was completed and blessed in 1968. In the same year, the pipe organ costing seventy-two thousand pesos was acquired and installed by Rev. Fr. H. Schblitzki, SVD, and was solemnly blessed by the Most Rev. Bienvenido M. Lopez, DD on November 24, 1968.[3]
Church Renovations
The SVD Fathers turned over the Espiritu Santo Parish to the diocesan clergy on May 2, 1973, with Msgr. Gorgonio Encarnacion as first diocesan parish priest. A four-story multi-purpose building was constructed to replace the old convent.
Under Msgr. Emmanuel Sunga's three-year service from 1990, church facilities were improved and a big generator was installed at the back of the church.
Msgr. Norberto Habos' five-year service from 1993 was dedicated to continuous improvement in church facilities. Because of his eye for beauty and artistic taste, the magnificent retablo of the Holy Spirit at the dome of the main altar, the chapel of Saints, and the stained glass windows which depicted the 15 mysteries of the Rosary were installed.
Under the incumbency of Msgr. Albert G. Salonga (1998–2015), the computerized church bells were put to use. The two-storey Formation Center was constructed; the Adoration Chapel, parish office, candle stand corner, coffee shop, and Shrine of Our Lady of Perpetual Help were renovated. The image of Rosa Mystica was acquired for the May flower offering. More importantly, the 43-year-old pipe organ was fully rehabilitated through the help of fund-raising projects. The rehabilitation costed two hundred forty-five million pesos.[3] The rehabilitation was carried out by Diego Cerra Organbuilders, custodians of the Las Pinas Bamboo Organ.
Parish Priest
- Msgr. Gorgonio Encarnacion, HP (1973-1990)
- Msgr. Emmanuel Sunga, PC (1990-1993)
- Msgr. Norberto Habos, PC (1993-1998)
- Msgr. Albert Salonga, PC (1998-2015)
- Fr. Wilmer R. Rosario, JCD (2015–present)
Establishment as an Archdiocesan Shrine
On June 8, 2014, the title Archdiocesan Shrine of Espiritu Santo was granted in the dedication held during the 88th fiesta anniversary officiated by Cardinal Tagle. Twelve crosses were dedicated in the church posts, The altar was dressed with linens and red roses, and white Malaysian flowers decorated the altar. The kissing of the newly consecrated altar was opened to the public. Msgr. Albert G. Salonga lit the candles and passed them to La Liga and BEC parishioners to light the twelve posts.[3]
Gallery
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White Dove at the facade
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Bell Tower
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Main Entrance Door
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Retablo
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Posts inside the church
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Way of the Cross Date
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Church interior, left side
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Left portion of the chancel
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Chancel
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Chancel
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Right portion of the chansel
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Left side of the altar
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Virgin Mary
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Pipe Organ
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Choir Loft
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Portal to the Bell Tower
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Steep staircase of the Bell Tower
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Old Bells, set to ring automatically
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Pews with carved woodworks
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Chandelier
References
- ^ "Espiritu Santo Parish Declared Archdiocesan Shrine". The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Manila. Archived from the original on 24 September 2015. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
- ^ Aquino, Leslie Ann. "Espiritu Santo Church declared a shrine". The Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on 10 April 2015. Retrieved 4 April 2015.
- ^ a b c Archdiocesan Shrine of Espiritu Santo (Souvenir Book).