San Ildefonso de Toledo Parish Church, commonly known as Tanay Church, is a remarkable example of Baroque architecture. Constructed between 1773 and 1783, it was declared a National Cultural Treasure by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) in 2001, recognizing its historical and cultural significance. The 400-year-old Tanay Church is considered as one of Rizal province’s key pilgrimage sites.

Antipolo City, located in Rizal, is renowned as the pilgrimage hub of the Philippines thanks to the yearly tradition of “Alay Lakad,” where pilgrims embark on a foot journey every April 30th. Starting from Quiapo Church in Manila, they trek to the shrine, culminating in a sunrise Mass that signals the beginning of the pilgrimage season from May to July, dedicated to honoring Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage. But aside from the Antipolo Cathedral, here is the list of churches in Antipolo, Rizal.

In the northern districts of Quezon City, where busy urban streets meet quiet residential communities, the Vicariate of Sta. Rita de Cascia under the Diocese of Cubao stands as a testament to the enduring power of faith amidst life’s challenges. Named after Sta. Rita de Cascia, the patroness of impossible causes, the Vicariate embodies a spirit of perseverance, compassion, and deep devotion, providing a spiritual home for communities striving to live out their faith in everyday life.

At the heart of Quezon City lies the Vicariate of the Holy Family, a dynamic cluster of parishes under the Diocese of Cubao dedicated to fostering faith-filled families and vibrant Christian communities. Named after Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, the Vicariate embodies the Church’s mission to nurture the family as the “domestic Church”—a small yet powerful sanctuary where faith begins, grows, and is lived out daily. A church under this vicariate is the Immaculate Conception Cathedral of Cubao, the mother church and seat of the Diocese.

Amidst the urban pulse of Quezon City, the Vicariate of Our Lady of Perpetual Help under the Diocese of Cubaoserves as a spiritual sanctuary where Marian devotion breathes life into vibrant parish communities. United under the tender guidance of the Blessed Mother, the parishes of this Vicariate reflect a pastoral spirit centered on compassion, service, and unwavering faith amidst the complexities of city life.

In the northern reaches of Quezon City, where urban life blends with pockets of traditional neighborhoods, the Vicariate of Sto. Niño under the Diocese of Cubao stands as a vibrant cluster of parishes unified by a common devotion to the Child Jesus. Taking inspiration from the humility, innocence, and joy embodied by the Sto. Niño, this Vicariate fosters a pastoral spirit that is deeply missionary, family-centered, and community-oriented.

In the ever-vibrant expanse of Quezon City, amidst the hum of marketplaces and residential villages, the Vicariate of St. Joseph stands as a steadfast pillar of faith, family, and community within the Diocese of Cubao. Named after the humble carpenter and foster father of Jesus, the Vicariate embodies St. Joseph’s virtues of quiet strength, diligence, and unwavering dedication to God’s will.

One of the 6 distinct vicariates of the Diocese of Cubao is the Vicariate of San Pedro Bautista. Named after the renowned Franciscan martyr and missionary, San Pedro Bautista, the vicariate stands as a living testament to his enduring legacy of service, humility, and evangelization.

Liliw Church, established in 1605 by Father Miguel de San Lucas, initially constructed from wood, was later rebuilt with rocks from 1643 to 1646. Partially damaged by a severe earthquake in 1880, it was reconstructed once more in 1885.

This year, we have decided to visit 7 churches in Laguna for our yearly practice of Visita Iglesia during Holy Week. It was my second time doing it there; the first time was in 2018. Laguna is home to the old and beautiful churches under the Diocese of San Pablo.

It’s Palm Sunday and we went to the St. Jude Thaddeus Church, located in Brgy. Sampaloc, Tanay, Rizal. It was a relatively new church, beiing established in 1996.