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Coordinates: 7°04′24″N 79°59′59″E / 7.073243132495246°N 79.99981968128607°E / 7.073243132495246; 79.99981968128607
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St. Sebastian's Church, Moragoda
Exterior view of St. Sebastian's Church, Moragoda
St. Sebastian's Church, Moragoda is located in Sri Lanka
St. Sebastian's Church, Moragoda
7°04′24″N 79°59′59″E / 7.073243132495246°N 79.99981968128607°E / 7.073243132495246; 79.99981968128607
LocationOruthota Road, Moragoda, Gampaha
CountrySri Lanka
DenominationCatholic
TraditionRoman Rite
History
DedicationSaint Sebastian
Consecrated1828 (196 Years)
Administration
DioceseArchdiocese of Colombo
Clergy
ArchpriestRev. Fr. Dilran Peiris

St. Sebastian's Church, Moragoda is a Catholic church located on Oruthota Road, Moragoda, Gampaha, Sri Lanka. The church is dedicated to Saint Sebastian and is an integral part of the Archdiocese of Colombo.

Overview[edit]

St. Sebastian's Church, Moragoda, has been a center of worship and community for over 196 years since its consecration in 1828. The church follows the Roman Rite within the Catholic tradition.

Dedication[edit]

The church is dedicated to Saint Sebastian, a revered Christian saint known for his protection against the plague. This dedication reflects the church's commitment to the spiritual well-being of its parishioners.

Parish Priest[edit]

The current Parish Priest of St. Sebastian's Church is Rev. Fr. Dilran Peiris[1] . He provides spiritual leadership to the congregation and oversees pastoral activities.

Location[edit]

St. Sebastian's Church is situated on Oruthota Road in Moragoda, Gampaha, Sri Lanka [2]. The coordinates are approximately 7.073243132495246 latitude and 79.99981968128607 longitude.

See Also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Priest - Archdiocese of Colombo Sri Lanka".
  2. ^ "Gampaha Church Table".