San Pedro Cathedral in Davao City

The San Pedro Cathedral is the oldest church in Davao City, Davao, Philippines. It was named after San Pedro (Saint Peter), the patron saint of Davao. The original structure was built in 1847 during the Spanish period led by the Spanish Conquistador Don Jose Uyanguren, the San Pedro Cathedral is one of the city’s first establishments for worship. The current church that can be seen at the corners of San Pedro St and C.M. Recto Avenue is a modern design with a unique frontal curved-concept made from solid concrete. The old altar of the San Pedro Church is preserved in the right wing of the cathedral which features antique images and relics of Saint Peter and other saints.

Regular activities such as Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar are held in the San Pedro Cathedral Parish Auditorium. The church is also asking to support the “Mission Society of the Philippines (MSP)” and the “No to Reproductive Health Bill”.

One of the very notable sights at San Pedro Cathedral is the bell tower which housed an image of the Blessed Virgin Mary and The Ten Commandments of God in the garden. There is a statue of the Mother Mary putting the dead body of Jesus on her lap.

San Pedro Cathedral

Bell Tower at San Pedro

Mary with Jesus on her lap

Inside San Pedro Cathedral, there are several stalls which sell religious items such as relics, rosaries and the like.

Schedule of Parish Services

Daily Masses

• 6:00 am – English
• 12:00 nn – English
• 4:30 pm – Cebuano (Every Wednesday and First Friday)
• 5:30 pm – Cebuano

First Saturday

• 6:30 pm – Nocturnal Eucharistic Adoration
• Every Wednesday after 12:00 nn, 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm masses – Blessing of religious articles

Sunday

• 5:00 am – Cebuano
• 6:30 am – English
• 8:00 am – English
• 9:30 am – Cebuano
• 11:00 am – Baptism / Confirmation
• 12:00 nn – English
• 1:30 pm – Cebuano
• 3:00 pm – Cebuano
• 4:30 pm – Cebuano
• 6:00 pm – English

Baptism – Every Sunday except last Sunday of the month
Confirmation – Every last Sunday of the month
Community Wedding – First and third Saturday of the month at 8:00 am

Individual Wedding

• Daily except Sunday at 8:00 am
• Monday at 3:00 pm only
• First Friday and first Wednesday at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm only

Sick Call – Coordinate with the parish office
Confession – Every Wednesday and Friday at 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Funeral Mass, Blessing of House, Office or Building – To be scheduled at the office, preferably 3 days before.

How to get there

In most parts within the downtown area of Davao City, one can see jeepneys going to San Pedro St or Bankerohan. Some routes will pass 1-2 blocks away. Just ask the driver of the jeepney if he would pass (or pass near) San Pedro Cathedral. Fare is usually at P7.00 unless you’re coming from a far place.

The Church Interior

About the author

Mark Anthony Maranga is an Educator-Parent to his 3 Homeschooling Kids. He sells Ice Cream and Balloons in Mandaue City, Cebu. Exploring the Philippines tourist attractions together with his family is his passion; they are learning without borders.