How to Get Your Vehicle Blessed in Antipolo and Manaoag

A car blessing is a meaningful tradition where vehicle owners bring their cars to a church or shrine to be prayed over and sprinkled with holy water. It symbolizes protection, guidance, and safe journeys for drivers and passengers.

Two of the most popular pilgrimage sites for car blessings are the Antipolo Cathedral in Rizal and the Manaoag Church in Pangasinan. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re planning to visit

Car Blessing at Antipolo Cathedral

Location: National Shrine of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage, Antipolo, Rizal

Schedule

Car blessings are usually offered daily, but weekends (especially Sundays) are the busiest. The blessing area is open from morning until late afternoon, depending on the church schedule.

Tip: Check the official Facebook page of Antipolo Cathedral for updated announcements.

How to Get There

• From Metro Manila (via Ortigas Extension): Drive east through Ortigas Avenue Extension straight to Antipolo City. Follow signs leading to the Cathedral.
  
  
• From Marikina/Cainta: Take Sumulong Highway and head toward Antipolo City Proper.
  
  

How to Proceed with the Car Blessing

Here are the steps to follow:

1. Line up your vehicle in the designated car blessing area within the church grounds.
   
   
2. Wait for your turn as the priest or assistant comes to your car.
   
   
3. A short prayer is offered, and holy water is sprinkled on the vehicle.
   
   
4. You may also ask for a special blessing for your family if present.
   
   
5. A voluntary donation can be given after the blessing.

Source: Manila News

Car Blessing at Manaoag Church

Location: Minor Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag, Pangasinan

Schedule

Car blessings are held daily, but the busiest times are on Sundays, feast days, and Holy Week. Priests are usually available in the mornings until late afternoon.

Tip: Arrive early to avoid long lines, especially during weekends and Marian feasts.

How to Get There

• From Manila: Take the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), then Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) and Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX). Exit at Urdaneta, then drive to Manaoag. Travel time is about 4–5 hours.
  
  
• By Bus: Several bus lines (Victory Liner, Dagupan Bus) have routes directly to Manaoag.
  
  

How to Proceed with the Car Blessing

Steps to follow:

1. Drive to the car blessing area near the church grounds (signs and staff usually direct you).
   
   
2. Wait in line with other vehicles.
   
   
3. A priest will sprinkle holy water on your vehicle while reciting prayers.
   
   
4. Once done, you may leave a donation for the church.
   
   
5. Some visitors also attend Mass or pray at the shrine after the blessing for a complete pilgrimage experience.
   
   

Extra Tips Before Going for a Car Blessing

• Clean your car before the blessing as a sign of respect.
  
  
• Prepare a donation envelope (no fixed amount; it’s voluntary).
  
  
• Bring your family so everyone can join in the blessing.
  
  
• Check traffic updates—both Antipolo and Manaoag can get crowded.
  
  
• Make the most of your trip by attending Mass or visiting nearby pilgrimage spots.
  

Final Thoughts

Getting your car blessed in Antipolo Cathedral or Manaoag Church is a special experience that combines tradition, faith, and devotion. It’s a meaningful way to ask for protection and safe journeys for you and your loved ones.

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