Welcome to Santo Entierro de Virac Foundation, Inc.
A place of worship, community, and spiritual growth
About Us
The Santo Entierro de Virac Foundation, Inc. is committed to building an iconic chapel and its amenities to house the revered Holy Image of Santo Entierro, a religious treasure with over 160 years of spiritual significance. Our goal is to create a legacy of faith and devotion. Beyond the physical structure, we dedicate ourselves to promoting religious pilgrimage destination, preserving the cultural heritage of Catanduanes, and extending compassionate support to the needy through charitable programs that uplift families and strengthen the spiritual fabric of the community.
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Our History
According to the Book of the Virac Cathedral, records indicate that during a pastoral visit in 1817, the Bishop of Nueva Caceres was notably impressed by the Church of Virac. The parish then presided over numerous ermitas (chapels) situated both within the poblacion and in the outlying areas. These community chapels, built primarily in the last quarter of the 19th century and into the early American period, were often mistaken for parish churches due to their substantial size and durable stone construction. Notable examples of these still stand in the barangays of Gogon, Rawis, and Sta. Elena.
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Chapel Design
Guided by the divine inspiration of the Santo Entierro, the fourth generation of the Tablizo- Leonardo family each heir and descendants envision a master plan for an iconic and spiritually uplifting complex. This sacred site aims to become not only a pilgrimage destination but also one of the premier tourist attractions in the province of Catanduanes.
It aspires to deepen the religious devotion of Roman Catholics and attract visitors from across the country, thereby contributing to both spiritual renewal and the growth of the province’s tourism industry.
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