Santa Marcella, Modern church in Ostiense district, Rome, Italy.
Santa Marcella is a modern church with a distinctive six-sided floor plan located in Rome's Ostiense neighborhood. The building features a tall concrete tower and seating galleries running along both side walls that increase capacity for worshippers.
The church was officially established as a parish in 1958 through a decree issued by Cardinal Clemente Micara. This creation reflected the growth and development of Rome's neighborhoods in the post-war period.
The name honors Saint Marcella, an early Christian martyr revered in Rome for centuries. Inside, artworks featuring religious symbols and figures guide visitors through spaces designed for both private prayer and community gathering.
The church is located near Ostiense train station, making it accessible by public transportation from the city center. Visitors should check service times before arriving, and detailed information about opening hours is available upon request.
The 1973 Mascioni pipe organ is a notable example of Italian organ-building craftsmanship with two manual keyboards. The instrument uses a traditional arrangement of pipes that produces a warm, resonant sound throughout the worship space.
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