St. Francis of Assisi Church

St. Francis of Assisi Church is a Roman Catholic parish church located in Poblacion, Dumanjug, southwestern Cebu, Philippines. Established as a parish in 1854 and built with coral stone in the Spanish colonial period, it is recognized as a heritage church. The church features a neoclassical facade, thick stone walls, and a simple interior with religious images. It serves as the spiritual center of Dumanjug and a notable stop on Cebu's heritage church circuit.

Visitors can expect a historic coral-stone church facing the town plaza in central Dumanjug. The exterior shows a simple neoclassical facade with a pediment and bell tower, while the interior has a single nave, wooden altar, religious statues including St. Francis of Assisi, and stained glass. The surrounding plaza and municipal area are walkable. Visitors can attend Mass, view heritage architecture, take photos of the facade and interior outside service times, and explore the quiet town center.

Dumanjug was established as a parish under the Diocese of Cebu in 1854, dedicated to St. Francis of Assisi. The present coral-stone church was constructed during the Spanish colonial period, with construction starting around 1864 under Augustinian Recollects, using coral blocks, lime mortar, and hardwood. It has served as the central religious structure of the municipality since the 19th century and retains its historic fabric despite repairs and restorations.

The church is the spiritual and community center for Catholics in Dumanjug, hosting regular Masses, fiestas on October 4 in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, and traditional religious observances. As a heritage church in southwestern Cebu, it represents Spanish colonial religious architecture and local craftsmanship and is a focal point for cultural and religious gatherings in the town.