Iglesia Evangelica Metodista en las Islas Filipinas, Methodist church in Tondo, Philippines.
Iglesia Evangelica Metodista en las Islas Filipinas is a church in Tondo featuring two pointed spires and decorative stained glass windows designed in a Gothic style. The building was completed in 1959 and displays characteristic elements of this architectural tradition.
The church was founded in 1909 by Bishop Nicolas Zamora and was the first independent Protestant denomination established by Filipino religious leaders. It marked the beginning of a movement directed and developed by local figures.
The congregation gathers for worship that weaves together Filipino and English languages, drawing people from surrounding neighborhoods. The space functions as a meeting point for those who share the Methodist faith and worship together.
The location is accessible by public transport and can be reached on foot from central Tondo. Visitors should wear appropriate clothing and check visiting hours before attending services.
The street where the church stands was renamed Nicolas Zamora Street in 1979 to honour the first Protestant minister ordained by Filipinos. This renaming reflects recognition of his importance in local history.
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