Saint Michael the Archangel Parish Church

Saint Michael the Archangel Parish is a historical and cultural landmark in the town of Lobo, Batangas, Philippines. The church is one of the oldest structures in the town and was built during the Spanish colonial period in the 19th century.

Lobo Church
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Façade of Lobo Church
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Location	Lobo, Batangas
Country	Philippines
Denomination	Roman Catholic
History
Status	Parish Church
Dedication	Saint Michael
Architecture
Functional status	Active
Architectural type	Church building
Style	Baroque-style
Completed	February 04, 1873
Administration
Archdiocese	Lipa
Clergy
Archbishop	Gilbert Garcera
Priest in charge	Fr. Joseph P. Mendoza

Saint Michael the Archangel Parish is a historical and cultural landmark in Lobo, Batangas The church is one of the oldest structures in the town and was built during the Spanish colonial period in the 19th century. The façade of the church is simple, with a plain pediment and an arched entrance. The bell tower is located on the right side of the church and has a square base. The interior of the church is also decorated in the Baroque-style, with beautiful designs on the altar. The altar is designed with gold being at the sides of the altar. The church has undergone several renovations and repairs over the years, but its original architectural style and design have been preserved.

History

According to the Oblates of Saint Joseph, In 1915, when the first OSJ missionaries arrived in the country, The church and the Nuestra Señora dela Merced Parish in Taysan were intrusted to them. The church was erected in November 20, 1872. It took two years to inagurate the parish in May 20, 1874. But even before the parish was established, they celebrated Saint Michael the Archangel in their chapel every May 8. The first church was made of bamboo and wood. The parish was first administered by Augustinian Recollect friars until 1902. When the Diocese of Lipa has been erected, the parish was given to a Belgian priest, Fr. Raymundo Esquinet who was also taking care of the parishes of San Jose, Ibaan, Cuenca, Bauan, Taysan and Tombol. From November 20, 1915 to March 31, 1917, Fr. Ernesto Fornaca took charge of the church until the arrival of Rev. Fr. Anacleto Encarnacion as the permanent pastor of the parish. During the 1970's a concrete edifice was built to replace the old church but it was demolished by a supertyphoon named Yeyeng. But they rebuild in 1980 to 1986.

Construction

The Saint Michael the Archangel Parish Church in Lobo, Batangas, Philippines was originally constructed in the late 19th century by the Augustinian friars. The church was built using local materials such as bamboo and wood, and features a simple Baroque-style façade with a bell tower on one side. Over the years, the church underwent several renovations and additions. In 1970s, the church underwent further renovations and improvements.

Preservation and restoration

The Saint Michael the Archangel Parish Church has undergone several preservation and restoration efforts over the years to maintain its historical and cultural significance. In the 1970s, the church underwent major renovations and improvements because of the Typhoon known as "Yeyeng". The project involved the restoration of the original façade and bell tower, the installation of new flooring and lighting, and the addition of a new altar and sanctuary.

Architecture

Mural of Saint Michael in the tinted glass

The Saint Michael the Archangel Parish in Lobo, Batangas is a historic church that dates back to the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines. The church was first established in the late 1800's. The church's architecture is a mix of Baroque and Neoclassical styles, reflecting the influences of the Spanish and American colonial periods. The church has a cruciform layout with a single nave, a transept, and a dome at the intersection of the nave and transept. The façade is Baroque in style, featuring intricate carvings and moldings, a triangular pediment, and a central niche with a statue of Saint Michael the Archangel. The interior of the church is decorated with ornate altars and statues of saints, as well as paintings depicting scenes from the life of Christ and the saints. The ceiling features frescoes and painted panels, and the chancel is adorned with a Neoclassical retablo and a painting of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. The church has undergone several renovations and restorations over the years, including repairs after being damaged by earthquakes and typhoons. Despite these changes, the Saint Michael the Archangel Parish in Lobo, Batangas remains an important cultural and historical landmark in the region, serving as a testament to the enduring influence of colonial architecture in the Philippines.

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