Executive Summary Yahweh be Noam The Cathedral of Praise Zenith Complex By: Madelline Joy Ritarita CHAPTER I: 1.

Introduction Christianity is the most prominent since it has 93 percent of a total population of 93.3 millionadhering to the teachings of Jesus Christ in the Philippines. Twelve percent belongs to the Protestants and Pentecostal churches as of 2010. (NSO, 2012) In John 4:13 connotes that we need the presence of God in our life regardless of the circumstances we face 1.1. Background & Nature of the Project The Spiritual Realm Spirituality is a belief in a power operating in the universe that is greater than oneself, a sense of interconnectedness with all living creatures, and an awareness of the purpose and meaning of life In the Bible the Word of God tells that we are three components: spirit, soul and body. Since the spirit of God has been breath to us, we will only understand the things of God. Prayerful Life A desire to pray and communicate with the Lord and to be able to hear His voice is something that is birthed within us. Christians are called to a lifestyle of prayer. Prayer is entering into relationship with God so we can determine His will in the matter. Church Growth The Christian Pentecostal churches grow about 44 percent 10 years from now. (Pentecostal and Charismatic Groups Growing, 2006) A church grows when its members grow in grace. Quantitatively qualitatively Living in the fear of the Lord means a journey we walk that brings church growth. Prayer Brings Health We can therefore live healthy lives by giving our problems to the Lord in prayer 1.2. Statement of the Problem

Spiritual need little or no growth in many churches in terms of numbers and quality of spiritual life as a Christian grows and increase and one cannot handle carefully, there are some parts of the body are neglected and eventually declined growth These situations have hampered the delivery of basic services, aborted the national development, and reduced quality of life of the Filipino

1.3. Significance of the Project Spiritual People in general, feel a genuine need for the spiritual dimension in their lives, a desire for a personal relationship with God, and a hunger for the Word of God Physical Health & Wellness mental health problems have asked for: The chance to make sense of their life, including illness and loss, Meaningful activity, Better self-control, self-esteem and confidence, A new sense of meaning, hope and peace of mind, Better relationships with self, with others and with God / creation / nature Architecture and the Built Environment This sense that architecture can have a spiritual impact is also reflected in the language associated with religious buildings Worship spaces are influenced by Gods nature that highlights certain design factors . Solitary places are places where Jesus went to pray to the Father: Garden of Gethsemane, a mountain, the wilderness, and a deserted place Cathedral of Praise Pentecostal Christian Church located in Manila, Philippines. The Cathedral of Praise is undershepherd by Pastors David and Beverley Sumrall. Cathedral of Praise envisions almost 200 churches for 20 year At Cathedral of Praise, they believe in being an E3 Christian E3 stands for Every Member: They are corporately yet individually devoted to the Body of Christ. Everyday: They are passionate about seeking God daily. Every Week: They are steadfast in being in the House of the Lord weekly Benefits to users The project will be a help not just to the spiritual needs of the users as well as connecting people to God. The project will build up peoples lives and lead them to healing in Jesus Christ. The project will help in reducing mental illness and promotes good mental wellness and physical wellness to people. The project will also give importance to the environment especially to the natural places and resources of our country 1.4 Project Objectives To house a facility that would cater every needs of the Christian that are overworked and in need of God to have a peaceful and wonderful encounter with God in a certain length of time of stay there. To provide the people a facilities and sacred areas where they can have personal experience with God through prayer, fasting and worship. To provide people a solitary place where they can find rest and refreshment in Jesus as well as to learn deeper truths of God.

1.5 Scope and Limitations The Cathedral of Praise Zenith Complex is designed to accommodate the Christians who longs to have deeper relationship with God and deeper knowledge about God and faith. The main focus of the proposal is to design a solitary place of seeking and spending time with God while having all the benefit of the said scope of the project especially for Cathedral of Praise CHAPTER II: 2. Review of Related Literature, Studies and Structure 2.1. Foreign Studies Diligently Seeking God (Six Sermon Outlines) by Gary Henry (Feb 2008) Becoming a Prayer Warrior by Elizabeth Alves (1998) Dr. My Church Growth Stories by Dr. Yonggi Cho (2006) Design for Church Growth by Ghery, Charles L. and Lewis, Kons (1985) An Architecture of Immanence: Architecture for Worship and Ministry Today by Mark Allen Torgerson (2007) The Impact of Spirituality in Mental Health, A Review of Literatures, researched and a written report by Dr. Deborah Cornah, Mental Health Foundation UK, 2006 CHAPTER III: 3. Research Design and Methodology 3.1. Research Methods o Qualitative Research o Quantitative Research 3.2. Other Research Methods o Historical Research o Descriptive Research o Case studies o Surveys o Literature survey 3.3. Theoretical Framework CHAPTER IV: 4. Site Selection Criteria and Site Evaluation 4.1. Site Selection Criteria Topographic fit Privacy Views Orientation 4.2. Proposed Site Mount Palokong Simbahan, Real, Quezon Accessibility On-site feel Landscape character Freedom from noises and fumes

Views: o Vast clearing, view of Mt. Binagonan in South, Real, Quezon and Infanta, Quezon in the west, Polilio Island and Lamon Bay in west. Physical: o Mount Palokong got its name because of its appearance of folded sheet o Sloping terrain o Luscious vegetation