The main altar of the Chapel of the Risen Christ at Twinville Subdivision has the dove as God the Spirit, the face and pierced hands of Christ to represent God the Son (not yet installed), and 2 big eyes to represent God the Father (not yet installed).
The altar table is supposed to represent the boulder covering the cave where Christ's body was buried which rolled open during the Resurrection. It is shown here being started. It is in the shape of a chalice. From afar, it will appear like a chalice with the Host (tabernacle) above it as in the Consecration part of the Mass when the priest lifts up the chalice and the Host.
The altar table will also serve as a baptismal font with water and a small fountain. This represents birth ... the Host or Tabernacle represents the life we live ... and the cave at the back, death.
The altar was designed by renowned artist and architect TOYM IMAO of Marikina Heights. Imao is the son of a national artist and was also the one who designed the altar of Marist and La Salle Lipa.
The stain glass panels at the groundfloor comes in three designs. Above is the one of a dove representing the descent of the Holy Spirit among the Apostles. Below, is the second design of a cross with linen hanging to signify Christ's resurrection. The third design (not shown here) is that of a chalice and a host.
We also installed railings on the three stairs leading into the side patio and into Camia Street. This is more for the safety and convenience of senior citizens in our community.
The side patio was also paved with red cement in the appearance of large Vigan tiles. Now churchgoers don't have to avoid the muddy portions anymore.
The park benches are now repainted with terra cotta and white. And, the steps of the side stairs in washout pebbles -- black with white edges so those with poor eyesight can differentiate between the lower and upper steps to avoid accidents.
The Cruz family of Dama de Noche, our Hermano and Hermana Mayor for this year's Fiesta, was responsible for fast tracking work on the chapel after months of inactivity while raising funds. Far right, is Lydia Velasco-Cruz, a famous painter, and on the left is her daughter Chichi. They were the ones who supervised painting of the altar. The daughter designed and fabricated the stain glass panels. They billed us for the cost only --- and did not charge for their services because they said it was their offering.
The family also donated our Stations of the Cross. They also donated a large amount to shoulder part of the cost of the granite slabs for the altar flooring.
We have been truly blessed that the Lord continues to send us people who will help us build His chapel here in Twinville. Toym Imao did not also charge for his services. We are confident that the Lord will continue to guide and help us until we finish the chapel construction project.
To the generous churchgoers of Twinville --- maraming, maraming salamat po!
