Nuestra Señora de la Moraleja

Did you know there was a time when Nuestra Señora de la Moraleja didn’t have its own dedicated building? Our story begins not within these walls, but in a different era, a different location. Before this beautiful church on Calle Nardo, the heart of the parish beat within the chapel of the Religious Esclavas on Calle Conde de los Gaitanes. Now, picture Madrid in the early 1980s. The burgeoning community of La Moraleja needed a spiritual home, a place to gather and worship. The priests, recognizing this need, embarked on a mission. They began negotiations with the Religious Esclavas, whose chapel, conveniently situated on Calle Conde de los Gaitanes 23, offered a temporary solution. This agreement, brokered under the watchful eye of Cardinal Archbishop Ángel Suquía Goicoechea, allowed the parish to continue its vital work. An agreement was reached: the parish could use the chapel in exchange for a financial contribution. This arrangement was meant to be a stepping stone, a temporary haven until a permanent home could be found for Nuestra Señora de la Moraleja. The search began for a suitable plot of land upon which to build a new church. Through diligent efforts and negotiations with the Alcobendas City Council, a plot was generously granted, free of charge. This land, on Calle Nardo 44, became the site where the present-day Nuestra Señora de la Moraleja church now stands. The transition from the small chapel on Calle Conde de los Gaitanes to the present church signifies more than just a change of location. It represents the growth and dedication of the community. It embodies the unwavering spirit of the parishioners and their commitment to their faith. So, as you stand before Nuestra Señora de la Moraleja today, remember its humble beginnings. Recall the journey from a borrowed chapel to this beautiful edifice. The story of Nuestra Señora de la Moraleja is a testament to the power of faith, community, and perseverance.