St Michael's Church, Roman Catholic church in Eriskay, Scotland
St Michael's Church stands on Eriskay island with walls made of local stone and features a bell tower visible from the surrounding coastal area.
Local islanders constructed the church between 1899 and 1903 under Father Allan McDonald's guidance, using materials from shipwrecks to complete the building.
The church maintains Gaelic traditions through its services, incorporating regional language elements that reflect the strong heritage of the Outer Hebrides community.
The church remains open for visitors throughout the year, with regular services held in both English and Gaelic languages for the local congregation.
The altar inside St Michael's Church incorporates wood from a lifeboat that washed overboard from an aircraft carrier in the surrounding waters.
Location: Outer Hebrides
Location: South Uist
Inception: 1903
GPS coordinates: 57.08689,-7.30675
Latest update: March 8, 2025 13:41
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