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| Sto. Niño Diocesan Shrine |
Located in Maharlika Highway, Libertad in Butuan City, Agusan Del Norte, Sto. Niño Diocesan Shrine is unlike most of the churches that I usually blog about. Why? Simply because the church is a post-Spanish Era church, or, to put it another way, a modern church.
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| Sto Niño Diocesan Shrine - Butuan City, Agusan Del Norte |
Sto. Nino Diocesan Shrine Details
Sto Niño Diocesan Shrine is also known as Sto Niño Parish or Sto Niño Shrine. The church was founded in 1986 and was declared a Diocesan Shrine in 2000. The image of the Sto Niño or Holy Child that was brought to Butuan City by Ferdinand Magellan can be found in the church.
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| Church facade |
I visited (actually passed by) the church after we drove my brother-in-law to Bancasi Airport for his flight to Manila. My visit was actually unplanned because originally, my goal was to visit the Balanghai Museum, which, sadly, was closed for renovation during our visit.
Luckily on our way to the airport. I saw this "grand" looking church, which I mistakenly identified as a Spanish-built church. So after dropping my brother-in-law off at the airport, I insisted that we pass by the church. I was the only one who got out of the car because my companions were tired. ( Now you know why I don't have pictures of myself on this trip.) I stayed for less than 10 minutes. I just said my prayers, took pictures, and immediately boarded the car. Several minutes later, it rained very hard. Call that luck!
Sto. Nino Diocesan Shrine Fees
It's FREE to enter and explore the church grounds. You may give donations in kind.
Sto. Nino Diocesan Shrine Operating Hours
The church is open from 6 AM to 8 PM.
Why visit the Sto. Nino Diocesan Shrine?
The Sto. Niño Diocesan Shrine in Butuan City is a revered spiritual landmark that blends historical significance with serene beauty. Established in 1986 and declared a diocesan shrine in 2000, it enshrines an image of the Holy Child (Sto. Niño) believed to have been brought by Magellan to Butuan before its relocation to Cebu. The church's architecture showcases intricate designs and stunning ceiling murals, offering visitors a tranquil environment ideal for prayer and reflection. Its rich history and peaceful ambiance make it a must-visit for those seeking both spiritual enrichment and cultural insight.
Getting to Sto. Nino Diocesan Shrine:
GOOD AFTERNOON PO, ASK LANG PO KUNG PWEDE PO MAGTANONG KUN PWEDE PO MAG PAHANAP NG BAPTISMAL RECORD PO NI NENA YGANO LUPINA OR NENA DELIMA EGANO.ANG BIRTHDAY NYA PO JANUARY 14, 1957. PASENSYA NA PO WALA NA PO RAW SYA KAMAG ANAKAN SA LUGAR NA TO, KAYA PO DITO NA LANG PO AKO GUMAWA NG PARAAN, IKAKASAL PO KASI SILA DITO SA PARISH NAMIN. MAKIKISUYO NA LANG PO AKO, MARAMING SALAMAT PO.
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