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Name of Cultural Property / Ownership:

St. Joseph Cathedral

Significance:

The spiritual ministration of Balanga formerly belonged with Abucay. Balanga became an independent missionary center in 1739. Rev. Benito Rivas, O.P., strengthened this church by fortifying its wall. Rev. Juan Antonio Vicente, O.P., roofed it with galvanized iron and decorated the interior. Rev. Fernaldo Ma. Miñano, O.P., from 1838-45 constructed the arch of the choir loft and made the baptismal font out of granite from Mariveles. The Parochial Ministration under the Filipino clergy started with Rev. Mariano Sarili, June 2, 1898.

Date of Updating of Inventory:

1739

Type:

Church

Location:

Calero Street