Cathedral of the King
| Cathedral of the King | |
|---|---|
| Location | 4796 Sampaguita Street, Marimar Village I, Brgy. Sun Valley, Parañaque, Metro Manila |
| Country | Philippines |
| Denomination | Charismatic Episcopal Church (ICCEC) |
| Tradition | Convergence Movement |
| Website | www |
| History | |
| Founder(s) | Loren Thomas Hines and Jane Hines |
| Clergy | |
| Rector | Archbishop Ariel Cornelio Santos |
The Cathedral of the King (COTK) is a prominent cathedral located in Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines. It serves as the national cathedral and seat of the Diocese of Metro Manila and Northern Luzon, as well as the center of the Territory of Asia for the Charismatic Episcopal Church (officially the International Communion of the Charismatic Episcopal Church or ICCEC). The church began as a pentecostal congregation founded by Assembly of God ministers Tom and Jane Hines. In the mid-1990s, Pastor Hines introduced ancient liturgical practices—such as genuflection, making the sign of the cross, and wearing priestly vestments—before affiliating with the CEC to integrate catholic, evangelical, and charismatic traditions.[1]
The church belongs to the Convergence Movement, which integrates evangelical teaching, charismatic worship, and the sacramental liturgy of the early historic church.
History
Early Foundation (1979–1989)
The church traces its history back to the late 1970s. Under the leadership of Loren Thomas "Tom" Hines and Jane Hines, the fellowship began as the Makati Christian Center in 1979.[2] The congregation grew steadily and, in 1980, was officially registered under the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as the Christian Life Fellowship (CLF).[2]
Throughout the early 1980s, the church expanded its reaches with missionaries.[2] To accommodate its burgeoning membership, the church transitioned its primary worship services in 1985 to the Magallanes Theater (later demolished in the 1990s), located near the Magallanes Interchange at the junction of EDSA and the South Luzon Expressway in Makati.[3]
Liturgical Alignment and the "Convergence" (1990–1998)
Between 1990 and 1991, the church organized various outreach programs in response to the Luzon earthquake and the eruption of Mount Pinatubo.[2]
In 1991, the church staged the hit musical The Bride and hosted the first CLF International & National Conference. In October, the first corporate petition was prayed, culminating on December 24 of the same year, when the church held its first liturgical service. In 1992, the inaugural Restoration of the Church Conference (ROTC) was held at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC). The church also organized Baluga Eats Lunch, a variety show dedicated to its Pinatubo mission.[2]
By 1993, the Charismatic Episcopal Church (CEC) was introduced to the congregation by Randall Bane, and the musical The Bride was restaged at the Folk Arts Theater.[2]
A major turning point occurred in July 1994 when the CLF leadership officially aligned with the International Communion of the Charismatic Episcopal Church (ICCEC), and the fellowship formally adopted the name Cathedral of the King.[2] In September 1994, Loren Thomas Hines was consecrated as its first bishop.[2]
In August 1997, the church experienced The Siege, leading to a period between August and December where masses had to be held across various different venues. Despite these disruptions, the church staged the first Christmas Portion of Handel's Messiah at the Philam Life Theater in December of that year.[2]
The cathedral relocated in 1998 to a warehouse situated along Sheridan Street in Mandaluyong.[2] This site was positioned near the former PLDT warehouse, a property that eventually became the TV5 Media Center and serves as the headquarters for the TV5 Network. The cathedral building, a renovated former pharmaceutical warehouse, features stained-glass windows, Gothic-style pillars, and an altar styled after St. Peter's Basilica. Its entrance foyer includes a prayer area with a votive candle stand and a historically inspired depiction of a naked crucified Christ.[1] According to The Philippine Star, the church was built on the site of a former auto plant.[4]
Early years of the new millennium (2001–2014)
In 2001, the church expanded its international reach by staging the Let His Children Rejoice! concert in Hong Kong. The following year, in May 2002, the Times of Refreshing Territorial Convocation was held at Mount Makiling in Los Baños. This was followed by the The Gospel of Life Easter Concert in April 2003.[2]
The year 2004 marked several major developments, including the church's First International Convocation and the launching of its Birthing Clinic. In 2006, the church convened another Territorial Convocation, which was hosted at Teachers Camp in Baguio. The period culminated in October 2008 when the Land Fund was officially initiated, sparked by a prophecy from Fr. Adel Jandayan, alongside the staging of the original musical The Filipino Dream at the Meralco Theater.[2]
In May 2011, the Charismatic Episcopal Church aligned with the Catholic Church in vocal opposition to the proposed reproductive health legislation in the Philippines. Archbishop Hines campaigned against the bill during a gathering in Northern Mindanao, framing the preservation of the sanctity of human life as a critical spiritual conflict.[5]
Relocation and Pastoral Succession (2014–present)
In May 2014, the congregation relocated from Sheridan, temporarily holding masses across various venues, including the ACI Water Spa, a warehouse in Pasig, EMRAM, and TCU.[2] The following year, on November 15, 2015, the church expanded its ministries by launching its youth ministry, known as "ALIVEYOUTH".[2]
From 2016 through 2018, liturgical services were transitionally held at LFM, which served as the church's school during that period.[2] This era marked a significant phase of infrastructural development for the cathedral, beginning in March 2016 when the church acquired a dedicated parcel of land located at 4796 Sampaguita Street.[2] This acquisition was followed by groundbreaking ceremonies on the property in November 2016,[2] and the official construction of the permanent sanctuary commenced in March 2017.[2]
Amidst the ongoing construction, leadership transitions took place on January 4, 2018, when Bishop Ricardo Alcaraz was formally installed as the Primate of the Territory of Asia.[2]
By January 2019, the congregation celebrated a major milestone by holding its first mass on their own property.[2] Later that year, in August 2019, the church convened the Forward at Forty Territorial Convocation at CCI Tagaytay.[2]
On October 23, 2025, Archbishop Ariel Cornelio Santos was formally installed as the new Primate of the Territory of Asia and Rector of the Cathedral of the King. The installation mass was presided over by the ICCEC Patriarch, the Very Reverend Craig Bates, under the theme "Power Perfected in Weakness" (2 Corinthians 12:9).[6] Archbishop Santos currently leads the parish alongside serving as the spiritual head for the ICCEC across the Asian continent.[7]
Church network
The Cathedral of the King (COTK), located in Marimar Village 1, Parañaque, serves as the Episcopal See for the Diocese of Metro Manila and Northern Luzon, as well as the Territorial See for the Territory of Asia under the Charismatic Episcopal Church. Under the leadership of senior pastor and rector, Archbishop Ariel Cornelio Santos—who also acts as the Primate of the Territory of Asia—the cathedral acts as the administrative and spiritual hub for several localized ministries, mission churches, and parishes across Metro Manila.[8][7]
Parishes and mission churches
The localized network under the jurisdiction of the diocese includes several parishes and mission churches across the National Capital Region:[7]
- Parish Church of St. Andrew, the Apostle – Located in Muntinlupa City.
- Parish Church of the Holy Family – Located in Novaliches, Quezon City.
- St. Stephen the Martyr Parish Church – Located in Taguig City.
- San Juan Evangelista Mission Church – Located in Pasig City.
- St. Peter the Apostle Mission Church – Located in Pasay City.
See also
- Charismatic Episcopal Church
- Episcopal Church in the Philippines
- Convergence Movement
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Cathedral of the King, Mandaluyong, the Philippines". Ship of Fools. Retrieved August 2, 2026.
- ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 2.12 2.13 2.14 2.15 2.16 2.17 2.18 2.19 2.20 "Our Story: Through the Years (Church History Timeline)". Cathedral of the King Official Website. Retrieved July 13, 2026.
- ↑ Barela, Franco (January 28, 1997). "Sect ordered to vacate Ayala complex in Makati". Manila Standard. p. 5. Retrieved July 13, 2026.
- ↑ Reyes, Lai S. (September 12, 2009). "In the house of faith". The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 2, 2026.
- ↑ Union of Catholic Asian News (May 26, 2011). "Episcopal Church attacks birth bill". UCANews. Retrieved July 14, 2026.
- ↑ "Archbishop Ariel Santos Installed as Primate". Cathedral of the King Official Website. October 23, 2025. Retrieved July 13, 2026.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 "The Diocese of Metro Manila and Northern Luzon". Cathedral of the King Official Website. Retrieved July 13, 2026.
- ↑ "About Us". Cathedral of the King CEC. Retrieved July 14, 2026.
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