St Luke's Church, Farnworth, Anglican church in Farnworth, England
Description
St Luke's Church is an Anglican place of worship in Farnworth built from red sandstone with a slate roof and a tower on the western end. The building displays English Gothic style with several side aisles that organize the interior space.
History
The building started as St Wilfrid's Chapel in the 12th century and was renamed to St Luke in 1859 when it became part of Liverpool diocese. This change marked an important shift in the church's place within the broader religious structure of the area.
Culture
The church displays seven coats of arms belonging to the Bold family and stained glass windows crafted by the renowned Morris & Co workshop. These artistic pieces shape the interior and reflect the family's deep roots in this community.
Practical
The church is accessible and offers various activities, including a Sunday Club that meets at 10:30 AM for young visitors. There are also regular programs held on the second Sunday of the month specifically designed for children.
Did you know?
A local tale speaks of a blacksmith who defeated a griffin near the church grounds, leading the Bold family to adopt this creature in their coat of arms. This legend connects the building to the older history of the area in an unexpected way.
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