Church of St. John the Baptist in Kustići

The Church of St. John the Baptist in Kustići, on the island of Pag, was consecrated on June 24, 2020. If you rent accommodation in Kustići on Pag, visit this place. The construction had been a long-standing desire of about 120 residents of Kustići, who had previously participated in liturgical celebrations and received sacraments in the nearby settlement of Zubovići. The church is distinguished by a cross-shaped floor plan and a façade adorned with built-in stone. The aesthetic value of this modern church lies not only in its architecture but also in the unforgettable panoramic view of the open sea in the distance. The residents of Kustići maintain a long tradition of honoring St. John the Baptist. On the eve of his feast, June 23, they light a large fire, and on the feast day itself, June 24, it is customary to wash in the grass left after the fire, symbolizing the desire for cleansing from sin. Many locals bear the name Ivan, reflecting their deep-rooted devotion to their patron saint, making the Church of St. John the Baptist in Kustići an important place in the life of the local community.