Woman Found Dead in Cebu Church; Archdiocese Orders Temporary Closure

A woman's life was tragically taken in a sacred place. The community mourns as the church closes for healing and restoration.

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2025 October 26 . 5:04 PM

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This is the inside view of a church were we can see men and women are sitting and in front of them... — This is the inside view of a church were we can see men and women are sitting and in front of them candles are there. The wall and roof of the church is in white color.

Woman Found Dead in Cebu Church; Archdiocese Orders Temporary Closure

A woman was found dead inside San Fernando Rey Parish Church in Liloan, Cebu on October 24, 2025. The Archdiocese of Cebu has ordered the temporary closure of the church due to the desecration of the sacred space. Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy expressed deep sorrow over the crime and suspended all public acts of worship until a rite of reparation is performed.

The unidentified woman, believed to be around 30 years old, was discovered near the church entrance with visible head injuries, nose bleeding, and ligature marks around her neck. Police suspect she was beaten and possibly strangled. CCTV footage captured the victim entering the church with a man, who was later seen attacking her before fleeing the scene. The woman's identity remains unknown, and police are seeking the public's help to identify her. The Liloan police have posted an appeal on social media, urging anyone with information to call 0998-598-6385. The people of Liloan are mourning the woman and awaiting the healing of their sanctuary.

The church will remain closed until the proper rite of reparation is performed, restoring its dignity as a house of prayer and peace. The investigation into the woman's death continues, and police urge anyone with information to come forward.