Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

Many of the locals who are far from the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral continue to find the time to visit the church at least once a week and pray for peace and prosperity. Many churchgoers believed that this church possesses great power and those who seek for divine’s help will get his unconditional love.

The Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral is more awe-inspiring at night than day time. The Archbishop of Cebu spent over a million to renovate this church built in the 1800’s and combine a modern appeal to the surroundings.

Photographers spread throughout the church’s vicinity asking churchgoers to avail their photograph service at P60 per 2 copies. Adults and children alike enjoy the tree surrounded park with grotto and statue of Jesus Christ. Notable about the church is the old bell tower that housed several bells that play a tune and not only one gong.

Interior of the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

The dramatic part of the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral is its altar that showcases the best statues of saints Pedro Calungsod and San Lorenzo Ruiz and Jesus Christ in the cross. The grandeur design with warm colors of gold and yellow makes the devotees pray to their heart’s content.

The construction of the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral took long due to interruptions such as lack of funds and other unexpected events. Another factor that contributes to the delay in constructing the church is vacancies in the office after the death of an incumbent bishop who spearheaded the construction/reconstruction of the church.

Facade of Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

Inside Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral after the renovation

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral architecture is distinctive with baroque colonial churches in the Philippines. It has squat, cruciform, and with thick walls to withstand typhoon and other natural catastrophes. The trefoil-shaped pediment is decorated with carved relieves of floral motifs, an IHS inscription and a pair of griffins.

The new look of the altar

Very recently the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral underwent a major renovation after so many years just in time for the 75^th anniversary of the Archdiocese of Cebu last April 28, 2009. A petition was also sent to Pope Benedict XVI for its elevation into a basilica minore in honor of St. Vitalis. The church interiors where newly embellished. Chandeliers are everywhere that made the church look elegant and bright. They’ve also improve the parking area for the church goers and devotees.

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral at Night

At the night when all the lights are on, Cebu Metropolitan Church looks exquisite inside and out. The parking area looks like a park with the kind of brightness the surroundings have. Although the church has changed a lot after the major renovation, the solemnity of every mass is the same. Bishops and priest see to it to deliver the message of God vividly to the people attending the mass.

Another Angle of Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral at Night

Through time, Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral has witness the ups and downs of Cebu. And now with its new look and feel, the church continues to convey the people to strengthen our faith in God. For any inqueries you can contact the church office at 2558823/2536422.

The Sacrament of Confirmation is described as the sacrament of spiritual maturity. It ameliorates the soul of the person with deep graces which include help and assistance of the Spirit. It is the sacrament that addresses the receiver to witness bravely the gift of faith by word and as an example of their lives.

Inside Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

Sacrament of Confirmation roots us deeply in our relationship towards God, unites us firmly with Christ and prompt us that for every sacrament that we receive is already an encounter with Him, increases the undying gifts of the Holy Spirit, strengthen our bond with the church and gives us enduringness to spread and defend our faith through action and words.

Bishop bestowing the Sacrament of Confirmation

The Sacrament of Confirmation is bestowed by the bishop and is usually given in the early teen years during which youngsters are mature enough recognize that they are facing a serious religious and moral issues in their lives. Adults who haven’t receive the sacrament for whatever reason need to visit the church and ask when the sacrament can be received along with the other unconfirmed adults. In Cebu City, Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral does the Sacrament of Confirmation every first Saturday of the Month. You need to pay Php 150.00 as registration.

The oil used during the Sacrament of Confirmation symbolizes strength given to concede one’s faith in difficulty. The laying on of hands by the bishop is the symbol of the coming and accepting the Holy Spirit.

Sacrament of Confirmation is prerequisite to being married in the church.