Chapel
The U.P.S.E.S. Chapel was completed and inaugurated in 1922. The design of the Chapel is a facsimile of those that exist on the island of Terceira, Azores and follows the design of the chapels of that era. The interior reflects the design of the chapels that were found in the tuna vessels of that era. Today, as it was intended in 1922, the Chapel is used to house the Crown of the Holy Spirit during the Festa do Espirito Santo celebrations. On Pentecost Sunday, devotees of the Holy Spirit visit the Chapel to pray and offer a donation of money or Portuguese sweetbread to assure the continuation of this time honored ethnic religious celebration.
The Chapel is also available, on a limited basis, for small weddings or vow renewals. This vintage setting is ideal for a unique and intimate ceremony!Venue:
The Chapel
Date:
June 12, 2020
Categories:
Charity
Tags:
Charity, Care
Strengthen your faith, our chapel is open for all your spiritual needs.
The Chapel is a testiment to time, as old as it is. It has witnessed wedding and renewals of vows and caters to other spiritual needs of the community. Here the San Diego’s skyline is at the background of our small chapel.
We strive to honor those who have come before us, preserve our traditions and customs, and instill in our youth the spirit of devotion to the Espirito Santo,
There’s a reason why we’re called União Portuguesa Sociedade do Espírito Santo, which translates to the United Portuguese Society of the Holy Spirit, or U.P.S.E.S. Inc.
Now Any Help is Needed
We encourage our youth to join us whether as a volunteer or simply being part of this wonderful community that takes pride of our Portuguese roots.
