San Juan Nepomuceno Parish Church, San Remigio Cebu
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San Juan Nepomuceno Parish Church - one of the oldest church and also known as Parroquia de San Juan Nepomuceno, a Roman Catholic Church located in the northern part of Cebu Province. Which it is situated in the town of San Remigio, Cebu and under the patronage of Saint John Nepomuk of Czech Republic.
As history said, the San Juan Nepomuceno Parish used to be part of the church of Bogo. Which the former became a parish on March 23, 1864 inwhich the area used to be called Kanhagas but later renamed after doctrine of a saint.
The church was built during the time of Fr. Ceferino Montecillo, who was the first parish priest assign in the town on April 12, 1864.
The feast celebration of San Juan Nepumoceno Parish Church is held within this month, an at every 16th of May which the celebration called Lapyahan Festival.
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Its architectural design, which its facade is unlike any other churches. It is a triangular, and has a plain pediment which it seems to be dictating its overall shape. In fact, there are eight pilasters projecting to the walls that are found in the facade, that creating seven vertical sections.
The entrance is through a rectangular three-part door adorned with massive volutes above it, and a recessed niche of the patron formed by three increasingly elevated arches of fluted pilasters.
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The other flanking sections have blind recessed arches built into them, while the outermost two have arch openings and lower rise.
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The entrance has a two lion guardian replicas, which it symbolizes the divine tasked in defending the pride lands and preserving the cycle of life.
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The bell tower is erected in the gospel flank of open windows and roofed with red pyramidal roof.
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The church has a separate pavilion with a cross, and that symbolizes a true faith of Roman Catholic religion in the town.
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In its sidewalk, there was a huge hallway for devotees, and in my approximate calculation which its width measured 2.5 meters which is enough to pass by a crowd of people and who wants to visit the church.
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There is also a safety and specific place for dagkutanan. Inwhich a term used by Cebuanos if they wanted to light-up a candles and make a fervent prayers, which there are some image of Saints and Virgin in the area.
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In the back portion of the church, there was a replica of Saint and Virgin of Lourdes. Inwhich the replicas emphasizing the importance of having a prayer, most especially the holy rosary, having doing any mistake, humility, compassion for the sick, not physically fit and sinners.
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For those visitors and tourist who wants to visit and have riden with their own vehicles, don't need to worry, because it has a wide, open, spacious and big parking space infront and at the back portion of the church. Which is enough to accommodate for all type of vehicles, eventhough buses are welcome to comes in.
The masses schedule of San Juan Nepomuceno Parish Church, which for now defers due to feast celebration activities.
Masses Schedule:
| Day | Hours | Mass |
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| Wednesday | 4:30-5:30 PM | Regular Mass |
| Friday | 4:30-5:30 PM | Regular Mass |
| Saturday | 5:30-6:30 AM | Regular Mass |
| Sunday | 6:00-7:00 AM | Regular Mass |
| Sunday | 9:15-10:15 AM | Missa de Propulo |
| Sunday | 4:30-5:30 PM | Mass for the Youth |
| Details | Information |
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| Other Name: | San Remigio Church |
| Address: | Poblacion, San Remigio Cebu 6011 |
| Country: | Philippines |
| Contact: | (032) 435-9040 |
| Established: | March 23, 1864 |
| Age: | 161 years |
| Status: | Parish |
| Archdiocese: | Archdiocese of Cebu |
| Date & Time Visited: | May 03, 2025 at 12:00 noon |
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So how to get this church? Heading to the northern part of Cebu, you will be traveling by a bus inorder to reach the town of San Remigio.
From Cebu City going to North Bus Terminal and hop in a PUB (Public Utility Bus) with a route to San Remigio via Bogo-Hagnaya Wharf-Lambusan or Bogo-Hagnaya and with a fare of 3.6 US$ dollar, consuming with 4 hours of traveling and to reach the place.
So this end, see you in my next Cebu tour, and with my heartfelt invitation to my friends; maam @kyrie1234, maam @jes88, a friend @jobreyes24, thank you!
It's google map:
• https://maps.app.goo.gl/mdyqSGCfZdaZqvKa7
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Notes :
• This church is in the Philippines, so why are you posting in the Sri Lanka community?
Actually I'd focus on your rules which all I want to abide on this rules. For me, its not really a big deal if in the other communities which I'll put my post and not in my own country. I'd think there is no restrictions of communities in Steemit, as long as it is steem exclusive.
• Publish your posts on your personal blog or community of choice
• Is this church still operating? We are interested to see the atmosphere from the inside and the facilities available.
Yes it is operating, on that time when I'll visited the church, it is a coincidence that there was also a mass of the dead, and I do not want to disturb the mass and to the bereaved families and to show some respect.
Thank you for replying to my question. You have followed all the prescribed rules. But additional suggestions:
Okay bro, noted. Thanks for your time.
Just a little bit advice bro, be specific of what community you want us to publish our post to your contest, inorder to avoid misunderstanding.
All communities are allowed, but preferably not country communities. Except the country of the location itself.
Okay, I think its all clear and thanks for clarifying bro.
Wow, such a beautiful and informative post.I really enjoyed learning about the San Juan Nepomuceno Parish Church. You explained everything so clearly, and the history behind it is very interesting. I didn’t know it's one of the oldest churches in Cebu.
The pictures you shared are just amazing each one captured the beauty and peaceful vibes of the place so well. I especially liked the lion guards and the bell tower. The church looks very well maintained and peaceful for prayers.
Thank you for taking us on this virtual tour. You did a great job sharing both the details and the spiritual side of the place. 🤗🌼🙌
Excelente comentario, en el que das constancia de la lectura de la publicación, y además valoras mucho el esfuerzo del bloguero. Saludos.
It is more important and to share others such infos, thanks for the notice.
Upvoted! Thank you for supporting witness @jswit.
this seems to be a huge Church sir Natz. The design is very explicit and wonderful
Yes it is bro
The historical and architectural value have added more serenity and beauty to the church. Thanks for sharing.
Your welcome friend and thanks for coming.
Thank you maam for your support, it is much appreciated!
The San Juan Nepomuceno Parish Church is more than just an old building—it is a symbol of faith, history, and the unity of the San Remigio community. By keeping alive the spirit of St. John of Nepomuk, the church is expected to remain a center of inspiration and service for Catholics in Northern Cebu.
Well said bro, in addition, this church really symbolizes a spirit of christianity.