Child Jesus Cathedral, Lusaka, Catholic cathedral in Long Acres, Lusaka, Zambia
The Child Jesus Cathedral is a modern church building in Long Acres featuring distinctive stained glass windows and spacious interior halls. The structure displays contemporary architectural design that accommodates large congregations for worship.
The building was erected following a visit by Pope John Paul II in 1989, when he blessed the first stone. This papal blessing marked the beginning of the construction project for the new church structure.
The cathedral serves as the main gathering place for Lusaka's Catholic communities to worship and celebrate religious occasions together. Regular services and ceremonies held here form an important part of the spiritual life in the city.
The building is located on Alick Nkhata Road and is easily accessible during weekdays. Visitors should note that opening times vary by day of the week and Sundays or holidays may have different conditions.
The building serves as the administrative headquarters of the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Lusaka, which oversees the church's organization across the entire region. This role makes it more than a place of worship but also a center for church administration.
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