Sacred Heart Cathedral
Sacred Heart Cathedral, Catholic cathedral in South Tarawa, Kiribati.
Description
Sacred Heart Cathedral is a church building in South Tarawa with white walls and a tower topped by a cross. It stands in the heart of the Teinainano Urban Council and serves as the central place for religious gatherings in the region.
History
The building became the bishop's seat in 1966 when the diocese moved from Tabiteuea to Tarawa. This transfer marked an important moment in establishing the Catholic administrative structure across the Pacific islands.
Culture
The cathedral is where the Catholic community of Kiribati gathers to pray and worship together. Here, Christian practices blend with the island's local traditions in everyday religious life.
Practical
The building sits in the Teaoraereke district and is easy to reach via the main road of South Tarawa. Services are held in English and Gilbertese, so visitors can follow along with the proceedings.
Did you know?
The building serves not only as the bishop's seat for Tarawa but also holds this role for Nauru, another nation on the opposite side of the Pacific. This unusual church responsibility reflects the special conditions of pastoral care across scattered island communities.
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