[2] The cathedral was first established in 1582 by the Franciscans, who were the first missionaries who brought Christianity to Gumaca, on its present site.

It was burned by the Dutch forces in 1665, which subsequently resulted to them transferring back to its original site in Gumaca.

Jose Oliveros, the belfry and choir loft were reconstructed and was completed in 1999.

[5][6][7] Though the design of the church is mainly Baroque, archival photos show that the interiors were mainly done in Gothic Revival architecture.

Its retablos and arco toral design clearly reflects this style, possible due to its popularity in the early 19th century.