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St. Joseph's Cathedral Church

St. Joseph's Cathedral Church

Feb 23, 2023

St. Joseph's Cathedral Church stands as an oasis of peace amidst the unceasing hustle and bustle of Hazratganj (a major shopping area) in Lucknow. It is difficult to miss this spellbinding piece of architecture that features a massive statue of Jesus Christ. As you see him from a distance, you automatically feel drawn toward this lovely place of worship. You should visit this church for several reasons, one of them being its unique style of architecture. A series of steps lead towards the entrance which sits at a higher height than ground level. Cathedral School, which is attached to the church, has been named after it.

The church is usually filled with devotees and visitors on the occasion of Christmas. During this time, one can see families visiting this beautiful place of worship with their near and dear ones. Christmas carols are sung and other festivities are held.

History of St. Joseph's Cathedral Church

St. Joseph's Cathedral Church was built in the 19th century by an Irish priest named Rev. Fr. William Gleeson, who arrived from Golaganj to Hazratganj. He did this partly by selling a piece of land of a former mission at Golabganj, and partly by with the proceeds and subscriptions raised from the public. The construction of the church was completed in 1862, after which it was blessed by Bishop Anastasius Hartmann.

Architecture of St. Joseph's Cathedral Church

Without a doubt, it is the architecture of St. Joseph's Church in Lucknow which makes it stand out from the others. The upper portion of the building is built in the shape of an enormous crescent, in front of which stands the statue of Jesus Christ with his wide-open arms. The crescent is topped by a tall column that consists of a giant cross on the top. The prayer hall is located on the first floor of the building.

The prayer hall inside St. Joseph's Cathedral Church deserves a special mention. It is quite spacious on the inside and is dotted with pews on either side. Run your eyes through the walls, and you will several paintings depicting events from the life of Jesus Christ.

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