St. Mary Magdalene Parish: Pililia, Rizal

Second Stop: St. Mary Magdalene Parish, Pililia, Rizal

3rd and 4th Station

After spending time with more or less than 2 hours in Regina RICA, we headed to St. Mary Magdalene Parish which is also known as Parokya ni Santa Maria Magdalena. It is located in Brgy. Imatong in the town of Pililia, Rizal. 

TRIVIA: Franciscan priests ordered the construction of the church in 1583 under the patronage of St. Mary Magdalene using cogon and nipa. In 1599, the town of Pililia, received an authorization to construct a church of stone. Between 1670-1673 the new church was completed. Like most churches of Laguna, Pililia's is made of adobe. The church is simple and severe in design. The church remain dear to devoted Catholics in this town which is about 70% of its population. 

taken from the entrance of the church

The Altar

What I loved about this church is that there is a huge display of statues behind the church. You can actually take as many photos you want once you are done with your prayers. Take a look at the shots I've got. I should have taken more if I did not spend couple of minutes in the meditation area. 

Outside the church was also a great view. Huge parking area for pilgrims wherein it can accommodate more than 10 buses. I as well like how they preserve the arc going inside the parish. I also noticed that some vendors are allowed inside the vicinity. I remember having a cup of scrambled ice cream! Yummy!

The Formation Center

Arc going inside the Parish.