This Spanish-Renaissance style church, built after the 1925 earthquake that destroyed its predecessor, is heavily reinforced. It features characteristic stucco walls, a red tile roof, and an 85-foot bell tower. Its spacious interior reveals Gothic influence in its columns, arches and stained glass windows.
The altar, dedicated in 1963, is bordered in grapes and leaves; the panel of sheaves of wheat (in traditional Spanish motif) signifies Holy Communion. It rests on a predella raising it above the chancel area; the tomb-like table is reminiscent of early Christians celebrating Communion in the Roman catacombs; on either side are candelabra representing the human and divine natures of Christ. A cross stands on the altar carved in wood and burnished in gold and silver. Other symbols include grapes, vines, wheat and scallop shells, representing Communion and Baptism. The empty cross represents the risen Lord. The church has a collection of 75 stained glass windows embracing diverse sizes, shapes and symbols.
It is a favorite venue for concerts because of its excellent acoustics and its eolian pipe organ.
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