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OUR LADY OF LOURDES PARISH

Tagkawayan, Quezon City

PARISH IDENTITY

Exterior Architecture

The church features a sturdy, reinforced concrete structure designed to withstand the tropical climate of Quezon. Its height and prominent positioning in the Poblacion represent the “uplifting of the soul,” serving as a physical landmark that has guided generations of Tagkawayeños.

Façade and Parish Grounds

The façade is characterized by a welcoming wide entrance and a bell tower that calls the community to prayer. The open grounds are designed for the “Salubong” and other outdoor processions, reflecting the historical importance of public communal worship in rural Philippines.
Interior

Interior Worship Space

The interior is designed with a wide nave to accommodate a large number of parishioners, emphasizing the “Church as a Family.” The high ceilings and ventilation are not just for comfort but symbolize the openness of the heart to the Holy Spirit, a design choice common in post-war Philippine churches.
Statue

Sanctuary and Liturgical Design

The focal point is the altar, often flanked by a replica of the Grotto of Lourdes. This design choice directly connects the local parish to the 1858 apparitions in France, reminding the faithful that the grace of Massabielle is present right here in Tagkawayan.

HISTORY

1943
01/01/1943
Initial Mission
Old

The initial mission community in Tagkawayan began to take shape as residents sought a more localized place of worship during the mid-20th century.

1948
11/02/1948
The First Feast
Feast

The community celebrated a significant milestone with a formal feast day celebration, solidifying the devotion to Our Lady of Lourdes in the heart of the town.

1984
19/05/1984
One with Gumaca
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The parish officially became part of the newly erected Diocese of Gumaca, moving from the jurisdiction of the Diocese of Lucena.

1991
01/05/1991
Architectural Reimagination
Church

Completion of significant structural renovations to the church building to accommodate the growing population of the Poblacion district.

2023
11/02/2023
75 Years of Spiritual Service
75

The parish celebrated its Diamond Jubilee (or significant anniversary milestone), marking decades of spiritual service to the people of Tagkawayan.

The Parish Today

And today, the parish still thrives on committing good services, with St. Bernadette continuing to be an inspiration for others to pursue tomorrow even in the face of adversary.

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