{"id":16,"date":"2026-04-25T11:42:38","date_gmt":"2026-04-25T11:42:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/demo3.yinwoodweb.com\/calauag\/?page_id=16"},"modified":"2026-06-11T01:38:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T01:38:46","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/demo3.yinwoodweb.com\/alabat\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div data-aos= \"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"400\" data-aos-delay=\"0\" data-aos-easing=\"ease\" data-aos-once=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-94ece2a3 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-df479a18\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong>ABOUT US<\/strong><\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Discover all about Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel Parish.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-aos= \"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"400\" data-aos-delay=\"0\" data-aos-easing=\"ease\" data-aos-once=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-14a3101f alignwide uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-da51709f\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs uagb-block-276321db uagb-tabs__wrap uagb-tabs__vstyle9-desktop uagb-tabs__vstyle6-tablet uagb-tabs__stack1-mobile\" data-tab-active=\"0\"><ul class=\"uagb-tabs__panel uagb-tabs__align-left\" role=\"tablist\"><li class=\"uagb-tab uagb-tabs__active\" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab0\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"0\" role=\"tab\"><div>Overview<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab1\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tab\"><div>History<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab2\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tab\"><div>Mass Schedule<\/div><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab \" role=\"none\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab3\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tab\"><div>Parish Services<\/div><\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uagb-tabs__body-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-0\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab0\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel<\/strong> in <strong>Alabat, Quezon<\/strong> serves as the spiritual center of the island municipality of <strong>Alabat<\/strong> in the <strong>Province of Quezon, Calabarzon, Philippines<\/strong>. Known for its <strong>peaceful atmosphere<\/strong> and <strong>strong Catholic heritage<\/strong>, the parish stands as an <strong>important place of worship<\/strong> and <strong>community gathering for the faithful<\/strong> of the island. The church features a simple yet welcoming architectural design, complemented by recent renovations that enhanced its interior and altar retablo while preserving its sacred character. As one of the key religious landmarks in <strong>Alabat<\/strong>, the parish continues to f<strong>oster devotion, prayer, and unity among parishioners<\/strong> through <strong>regular liturgical celebrations<\/strong>, <strong>traditional Filipino Catholic practices<\/strong>, and <strong>community activities<\/strong>. Its location within the island community further highlights the enduring faith and <strong>close-knit spirit of the people of Alabat<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700\">Alabat, Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel Parish<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Parish Priest:<\/strong> Rev. Fr. Voltaire E. Olaya<br><strong>Jurisdiction<\/strong>: Diocese of Gumaca<br><strong>Vicariate<\/strong>: St. Matthew<br><strong>Type<\/strong>: Roman-Rite Church Parish, Church<br><strong>Rite<\/strong>: Roman (Latin)<br><strong>Lists<\/strong>: Jubilee Churches for the 500 Years of Christianity in the Philippines, Jubilee Churches in the Holy Year 2025<br><strong>History<\/strong>: parish 1940<br><strong>Location<\/strong>: 7Q644226+CV Google Maps<br><strong>Address<\/strong>: Alabat, Quezon, Calabarzon<br><strong>Country<\/strong>: Philippines Philippines<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-1\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab1\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Church<\/strong> in <strong>Alabat, Quezon<\/strong> is one of the <strong>oldest Catholic parishes on Alabat Island<\/strong> and serves as the <strong>spiritual center of the municipality<\/strong>. The parish was officially <strong>established in 1940<\/strong> under the <strong>Diocese of Gumaca<\/strong> and is dedicated to <strong>Our Lady of Mount Carmel<\/strong>, whose feast day is celebrated every <strong>July 16<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The church stands at the heart of the island community of <strong>Alabat<\/strong>, a municipality located between <strong>Lamon Bay<\/strong> and the <strong>Pacific Ocean<\/strong>. Catholic devotion has long played an important role in the daily life of the people of Alabat, with the parish serving not only as a <strong>place of worship<\/strong> but also as a center for <strong>community gatherings, religious traditions, and island festivities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recent years saw <strong>renovations and improvements<\/strong> to the church structure, including the enhancement of its <strong>altar retablo<\/strong> and interior spaces. A church marker indicates that the renovated church was <strong>solemnly dedicated on June 7, 2021<\/strong> by <strong>Bishop Victor Ocampo<\/strong> of the Diocese of Gumaca. The parish continues to preserve its <strong>sacred atmosphere<\/strong> while adapting to the needs of modern parish life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The devotion to <strong>Our Lady of Mount Carmel<\/strong> has deep roots in <strong>Philippine Catholic history<\/strong>, dating back to the <strong>Spanish colonial period<\/strong> when Carmelite devotion spread throughout the country. The title <strong>\u201cOur Lady of Mount Carmel\u201d<\/strong> is closely associated with <strong>protection, guidance, and the Brown Scapular devotion<\/strong>, which remains popular among Filipino Catholics today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, the parish remains an important <strong>religious landmark in Alabat<\/strong>, drawing parishioners and visitors through its active <strong>liturgical celebrations, Simbang Gabi traditions, patronal fiesta<\/strong>, and strong sense of faith within the island community. The annual feast of <strong>Our Lady of Mount Carmel every July 16<\/strong> is among the most significant religious celebrations in the municipality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-2\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab2\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SCHEDULE OF MASSES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Monday<\/strong> &#8211; no record available<br><strong>Tuesday<\/strong> &#8211; no record available<br><strong>Wednesday<\/strong> &#8211; no record available<br><strong>Thursday<\/strong> &#8211; no record available<br><strong>Friday <\/strong>&#8211; no record available<br><strong>Saturday<\/strong> &#8211; no record available<br><strong>Sunday<\/strong> &#8211; no record available<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-inner-tab-3\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab3\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SCHEDULE OF BAPTISM<\/strong><br>Sunday &#8211; 10:00 AM (Regular)<br>Tuesday to Saturday &#8211; By Appointment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SCHEDULE OF WEDDING<\/strong><br>By Appointment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SCHEDULE OF CONFIRMATION<\/strong><br>By Appointment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SCHEDULE OF CONFESSION<\/strong><br>By Appointment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SCHEDULE OF FUNERAL MASS<\/strong><br>By Appointment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SCHEDULE OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK (SICK CALL)<\/strong><br>By Appointment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SCHEDULE OF BLESSING OF RELIGIOUS ITEMS AND VEHICLES<\/strong><br>By Appointment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SCHEDULE OF HOUSE BLESSING AND OTHER ESTABLISHMENTS<\/strong><br>By Appointment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SCHEDULE OF PARISH OFFICE<\/strong><br>Mondays and Holidays &#8211; Closed<br>Tuesday to Sunday &#8211; 9:00 AM to 12:00 NN and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-aos= \"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"400\" data-aos-delay=\"0\" data-aos-easing=\"ease\" data-aos-once=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-dc1566b4 alignwide uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-8935d832\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">A visual showcase of Our Lady of Mt. 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Jun<\/h3><span class=\"uagb-team__prefix\">Rev. Fr. Renato C. Baldovino<\/span><p class=\"uagb-team__desc\">Dedicated to serving the Church and guiding the faithful through compassionate leadership, spiritual guidance, and active ministry within the parish community.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-073c1fe2\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-team uagb-team__image-position-above uagb-team__align-center uagb-team__stack-tablet uagb-block-90ce928e\"><div class=\"uagb-team__content\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"uagb-team__image-crop-circle\" src=\"http:\/\/demo3.yinwoodweb.com\/alabat\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2026\/06\/Untitled-design-300x300.png\" alt=\"Untitled design\" height=\"200\" width=\"200\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><h3 class=\"uagb-team__title\">Fr. Bhok<\/h3><span class=\"uagb-team__prefix\">Rev. Fr. Noel Voltaire E. Olaya<\/span><p class=\"uagb-team__desc\">Dedicated to serving the Church and guiding the faithful through compassionate leadership, spiritual guidance, and active ministry within the parish community.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-9558bede\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-team uagb-team__image-position-above uagb-team__align-center uagb-team__stack-tablet uagb-block-2917a197\"><div class=\"uagb-team__content\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"uagb-team__image-crop-circle\" src=\"http:\/\/demo3.yinwoodweb.com\/alabat\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2026\/06\/Untitled-design2-300x300.png\" alt=\"Untitled design(2)\" height=\"200\" width=\"200\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><h3 class=\"uagb-team__title\">Fr. John<\/h3><span class=\"uagb-team__prefix\">Fr. John Doe<\/span><p class=\"uagb-team__desc\">Dedicated to serving the Church and guiding the faithful through compassionate leadership, spiritual guidance, and active ministry within the parish community.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-aos= \"fade-up\" data-aos-duration=\"400\" data-aos-delay=\"0\" data-aos-easing=\"ease\" data-aos-once=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-77c96986 alignwide uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-buttons uagb-buttons__outer-wrap uagb-btn__default-btn uagb-btn-tablet__default-btn uagb-btn-mobile__default-btn uagb-block-31075962\"><div class=\"uagb-buttons__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap \">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-buttons-child uagb-buttons__outer-wrap uagb-block-df96489d wp-block-button\"><div class=\"uagb-button__wrapper\"><a class=\"uagb-buttons-repeater wp-block-button__link\" aria-label=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/demo3.yinwoodweb.com\/alabat\/contact-us\/\" rel=\"follow noopener\" target=\"_self\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"uagb-button__icon uagb-button__icon-position-before\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focussable=\"false\"><path d=\"M464 64C490.5 64 512 85.49 512 112C512 127.1 504.9 141.3 492.8 150.4L275.2 313.6C263.8 322.1 248.2 322.1 236.8 313.6L19.2 150.4C7.113 141.3 0 127.1 0 112C0 85.49 21.49 64 48 64H464zM217.6 339.2C240.4 356.3 271.6 356.3 294.4 339.2L512 176V384C512 419.3 483.3 448 448 448H64C28.65 448 0 419.3 0 384V176L217.6 339.2z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"uagb-button__link\">Contact Us<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ABOUT US Discover all about Our Lady Of Mt. 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