Iglesia

The Iglesia is a historic church located in Palmales, Ecuador.

History

• The Iglesia ni Cristo (stylized as Iglesia Ni Cristo; abbreviated as INC; locally [ʔɪɡˌlɛs.jɐ n̪ɪ ˈkɾis.t̪o]; transl. Church of Christ) is an independent nontrinitarian Christian church founded in 1913 and registered by Felix Manalo in 1914 as a sole religious corporation of the Insular Government of the Philippines.

Architecture

The Iglesia was built in 1914, reportedly under the guidance of its founder, Felix Manalo. The architectural style is not specified, but it is believed to be a mix of traditional and modern elements.

Location

The church is situated at Vía Palmales - Florida in Ecuador's town of Palmales.

Denomination and Religious Significance

The Iglesia ni Cristo is a Catholic denomination with a unique interpretation of Christianity. It describes itself as the one true church and the restoration of the original church founded by Jesus, whereby all other Christian churches are apostatic.

Notable Features

No notable features are mentioned in the available data.

Organ and Bells Information

No information on the organ or bells is provided.

Heritage Status

The Iglesia ni Cristo has a significant cultural and historical impact in Ecuador. However, no specific heritage status information is available.

Visiting Info

Opening hours and accessibility are not specified.

Notable Artworks or Relics

No notable artworks or relics are mentioned in the available data.