The church was built in the 1840s to a neo-Gothic design by architect August Welby Pugin, famous for his work on the Houses of Parliament in Westminster. It was paid for by halfpenny donations from the poorest community of immigrants on Tyneside, and was enhanced in the following decades by bequests from the Dunn family: the Dunns are remembered in several windows.
Religious Buildings
Religious Buildings
What are they and what do they involve?
Religious buildings are venues where members of the religion can go to socialise and worship, and while they can often be historic buildings, they can also be extremely modern. As each venue is dedicated towards practicing a specific religion the exact details will vary greatly, but you are guaranteed both a memorable and educational experience!
What are the benefits?
Religion is such a common part of modern life that it’s important to educate students in all aspects of it; a visit to a religious building to see faith in action can be a great alternative way of learning to accompany their classroom studies and can help encourage acceptance of all cultures!
What students is it suitable for?
Religious buildings are generally suitable for all ages! If you are unsure, make sure to check with the specific venue to see what they advise.
Costs?
Many religious buildings are free to enter, but some larger venues that attract tourists may have a small entry fee.
Safety Implications?
It’s important to make sure students respect any customs and that they do not disturb any quiet areas – younger children will need to be supervised carefully.
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Birmingham Orthodox Cathedral (also Dormition of the Mother of God and St Andrew) is a Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Birmingham.
Situated in a prominent position in London Road, Arundel, West Sussex, England the cathedral overlooks the ancient town of Arundel on the west bank of the river Arun, where the valley opens out into the coastal plain.
The Cathedral of Saint Mary the Crowned is the central point of Catholic worship in Gibraltar.
The Cathedral Church of Our Lady, Help of Christians and St. Peter of Alcantara
The Church was designed by Edward Pugin the son of Augustus Pugin and was completed in 1856. The building was paid for by Bertram, Earl of Shrewsbury who sadly died three months before it was completed. It was he who chose the dedication and wished to take the name of Shrewsbury.
St Peter’s Cathedral, Lancaster:
- The mother church of the Diocese of Lancaster, home to Catholics living between Preston and Carlisle
- An active city-centre parish
- A place of prayer
- Home to many concerts and cultural events
- Providing educational tours for schools
We are motivated by our shared commitment to Jesus Christ and his proclamation of a just and generous new order; by our own experience of the common life, and by a creative spiritual practice of prayer, song, silence and sacrament.
Grace Dieu Priory was an Augustinian priory near Thringstone in Leicestershire. It was founded around 1235-1241 by Roesia de Verdon and dissolved in October in 1538. Guided walks take place throughout the year.
Ghosts at Grace Dieu Priory
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