Good Shepherd Cathedral, Ayr, Roman Catholic cathedral in Ayr, Scotland.
The Good Shepherd Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Ayr featuring Neo-Gothic architecture with detailed stonework and stained glass windows. The prominent tower forms a striking part of the building's profile.
The building was completed in 1957 and served as the home of three bishops of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Galloway. Active religious use ended in 2007.
The interior holds traditional Christian artworks and carvings that reflect the religious craftsmanship valued by the community. These pieces reveal what mattered most to those who worshipped here.
The building was converted to residential housing in 2012 and now contains 25 units for affordable living. Visitors should remember that it is now a private residential area.
In 2004 the Episcopal Ordination of Bishop John Cunningham took place, a rare ceremony for this location. It was also the only and last such celebration held within these walls.
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