Ölmstad Church facts for kids
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Ölmstads kyrka
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Ölmstad Church in May 2012
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| Location | Ölmstad |
| Country | Sweden |
| Denomination | Church of Sweden |
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| Parish | Skärstad-Ölmstad |
| Diocese | Växjö |
Ölmstad Church (Swedish: Ölmstads kyrka) is a very old church located in Ölmstad, Sweden. It belongs to the Church of Sweden and is part of the Skärstad-Ölmstad parish in the Diocese of Växjö. This church has been a place of worship for many centuries and has a rich history.
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History of Ölmstad Church
Ölmstad Church is thought to have been built way back in the 1100s. That makes it a truly ancient building!
Changes Over Time
During the 1400s, the church was damaged by fire. When it was repaired, new parts were added. These included the choir, which is the area near the altar, and the sacristy, a room where priests prepare.
In 1568, during a war called the Northern Seven Years' War, soldiers from Denmark attacked the church. They took many things from it. After this, the church had to be restored again.
A big change happened in 1729. A tall tower was built on the west side of the church. This new tower replaced an older bell tower that was there before.
Inside the Church
Inside Ölmstad Church, you can find some amazing old items.
- The baptismal font is made of red sandstone and dates back to the 1100s. It was likely crafted by a skilled stone artist known as Bestiarius.
- There is also a special cross called a triumphal cross from the 1400s.
- The pulpit, where sermons are given, was made in 1649 by a craftsman named Päder Knutzsson.
The Church Organs
The organ you see in the church today was built in 1885. It was made by a company called Åkerman & Lund Orgelbyggeri. Before this organ, the church had others. One was built in 1680 by Georg Hum, and another in 1774 by Jonas Wistenius.
In the year 2000, the church got a big makeover. Both the inside and outside were cleaned up and repaired, making sure it stays beautiful for many more years.
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External links
- Skärstad-Ölmstad parish website
