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William Burges designed the entire scheme for the stained glass - these examples are from the Ambulatory.
We continue our exploration of Forest Park Il. Moving out of Forest Lawn Cemetery and back to the land of the living. We go about half a mile east down Harrison where we ecounter St. Bernadine Catholic church. It's a beautiful old church with some nice architectural ornamentation.
Across the street we find a different sort of house of worship with the Ferrara Pan Candy factory and store. For those who seek their spiritual salvation through sweet treats this is Mecca. Since they moved out here from Taylor street in the 1950's the Atomic Fireballs, Red Hots, Lemon Heads, Jawbreakers and all their delectable creations have been rolling out by the truck road.
We have also posted a video of this church on ChiTownView.
This is a valuable monument of religious architecture from the Cluj region of Romania and moved here in 1952. The church is raised on a low river stone foundation with walls of oak beams. The high roof, with a wide eave, has a covering in oak shingle. Above this is the steeple tower.
Torzhok, Tver Oblast
Apparently, this church building is still being used for non-spiritual purposes.
This is the former St. Agatha's Church, still intact, just a couple of weeks before a crew began to demolish the church. This historic structure was the site of a Roman Catholic church from its dedication in 1918 until its closing in 2007. CVS is opening a new pharmacy on the site.
Ellwood City, Pa.
Feb. 1, 2016
Photo: Susan DeMark
Doncaster, located in South Yorkshire, has a long and fascinating history that stretches back to Roman times. It was originally established as a Roman fort called Danum around the 1st century AD. The fort was strategically placed along the Roman road known as Ermine Street, which linked London with York. This location made Doncaster an important point for trade and military movements during the Roman occupation of Britain.
As time progressed and the Romans left, the settlement gradually evolved. In the medieval period, Doncaster grew in prominence, particularly due to its position as a market town. Religion played a central role in the town’s development, and churches became focal points for the community. The most notable of these is Doncaster Minster.
The original parish church that stood on the site of today’s Minster was destroyed by a devastating fire in 1853. This fire not only gutted the church but also shocked the local population, who saw it as a profound cultural and spiritual loss. In response, plans were quickly made to rebuild, and the new church was designed by the renowned architect Sir George Gilbert Scott. The resulting structure, completed in 1858, is considered one of the finest examples of Victorian Gothic architecture in the country. Known officially as the Minster Church of St George, it is distinguished by its towering spire, intricate stonework, and beautifully restored organ, which was built by the famous German organ builder Edmund Schulze.
Beside the Minster, a striking remnant of Doncaster’s Roman past still stands—the remains of the Roman wall that once formed part of the fort of Danum. These ancient stones are thought to be part of the original fortifications, quietly marking the site’s military origins. The wall, though modest in appearance, is a powerful symbol of Doncaster’s continuity through time, linking the Roman foundations with the medieval church and its Victorian rebirth. Its presence beside the Minster highlights the layers of history that coexist in the city and offers a rare and tangible connection to its earliest beginnings.
Despite Doncaster's long history and regional importance, it wasn’t until 2022 that the town was granted official city status. This recognition came as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, marking seventy years of her reign. The new status reflected Doncaster’s growth, its historic significance, and its contributions to the cultural and economic life of South Yorkshire and the wider UK.
Today, Doncaster blends its rich past with modern development, and the Minster continues to serve as a spiritual and architectural landmark, connecting the city’s Roman roots and medieval heritage with its 21st-century identity.
The Richardsonian phase of the Romanesque Revival extended to smaller cities and towns. Examples were often of brick, with simple or standardized detail. They usually - but not always - included a compact Protestant preaching hall. As the 20th century progressed, the "liturgical movement" brought on elongated structures, accommodating a narrower nave and a distinct chancel.
The chancel is a riot of decoration with a Minton tiled floor and a high altar carved from alabaster by Thomas Roddis.
Salisbury Cathedral viewed from a distance across fields and by a river walk, The Cathedral is considered one of the finest examples of Early English architecture. It was constructed in only 38 years from 1220 to 1258 and boasts the tallest church spire in the United Kingdom (123m/404 ft).
Village Spass, Volokolamsk Raion, Moscow Oblast
Frankly, the pillars are more interesting than the church.
Stained Glass window with the Collect for All Saints' Day,
O ALMIGHTY God, who hast knit together thine elect in one communion and fellowship, in the mystical body of thy Son Christ our Lord: Grant us grace so to follow thy blessed Saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those unspeakable joys, which thou hast prepared for them that unfeignedly love thee; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.