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The Bishop of Oxford laying the foundation-stone of an English church at Brussels, 1864. Creator: Unknown
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The Bishop of Oxford laying the foundation-stone of an English church at Brussels, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Bishop of Oxford laying the foundation-stone of an English church at Brussels, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by Messrs. Ghemar. 'A numerous company of English residents and others had assembled to witness the ceremony, and to hear the Bishop's eloquent address. The new building, at his suggestion, is to bear the name of "Church of the Resurrection." The form of prayers here used was that which has been introduced for similar occasions in the diocese of Oxford. After reading the prayers the stone was lowered to its place, and struck by his Lordship three times in the name of the Holy Trinity. The Bishop further spoke at some length of the religious bearings of this interesting performance. The church, when erected, will prove a handsome and convenient structure, with accommodation for 700 persons; the total length of nave and chancel being more than 100 ft., while the roof internally is 75 ft. high. The architect is Mr. R. Jewell Withers, of London. The style is that of the thirteenth century, with some of the peculiar features of the Belgian and German church architecture of that period. The Revs. C. E. and J. C. Jenkins are to be the Chaplains of the new church'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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A momentous occasion in Brussels, Belgium - June 1864: The Bishop of Oxford lays the foundation-stone of an English church, a symbol of faith and community. Surrounded by a gathering of esteemed guests, including English residents and others who have come to bear witness to this sacred ceremony. As he reads prayers from the Diocese of Oxford, the stone is lowered into place, struck three times in the name of the Holy Trinity by His Lordship's hand.
This momentous event marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Church of Resurrection, designed by architect Mr. R. Jewell Withers and inspired by 13th-century Belgian and German architectural styles. The church will be able to accommodate over 700 worshippers within its nave and chancel, with an impressive internal roof height of 75 feet.
The Bishop's eloquent address emphasizes the spiritual significance of this foundation-laying ceremony, as Chaplains Revs. C.E. and J.C. Jenkins look on. This historic moment is captured in a photograph by Messrs Ghemar, now immortalized for generations to come.
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