31/03/2026
๐๐ป๐๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ข๐ป๐ด๐ผ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐บ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐น ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ผ๐น๐ ๐๐ต๐ถ๐น๐ฑ ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐ฎ๐ด๐๐บ๐ฏ๐ฎ๐๐ฎ๐ป, ๐ฅ๐ผ๐
๐ฎ๐, ๐ข๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ฎ๐น ๐ ๐ถ๐ป๐ฑ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ผ.
The proposed design for the Holy Child Cathedral of the Iglesia Filipina Independiente in Roxas, Oriental Mindoro is a harmonious blend of classic and modern architecture that embodies timeless elegance while embracing contemporary sensibilities.
Rooted in Neoclassical design, the structure integrates Mangyan-inspired motifs, such as the buon-buon weaving pattern, symbolizing the rich local culture.
Its facade echoes native dwellings yet retains the familiar grace of a traditional Filipino town church, creating a distinct identity for the IFI.
The stained-glass windows, shaped after the bishopโs mitre, reflect the faithโs guiding principles, while the Holy Cross and the IFI emblem emphasize its Catholic and Apostolic heritage.
A stately bell tower on the left side stands with three symbolic pillars representing theology, geography, and history.
Altogether, the design honors both faith and heritageโstanding as a proud cathedral and cultural landmark for Roxas and the province of Mindoro, embodying the Churchโs enduring mission of Pro Deo et Patria (โFor God and Countryโ).
Project Proponent: Rev. Msgr. Elmer Fontamillas
Designed by: JakStone Engineering and Design
Project Supervisor: Engr. Jake D. Fetalver
