Biskopsgården Church facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Biskopsgården Church |
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Biskopsgårdens kyrka
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Biskopsgården Church in January 2013
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| Location | Gothenburg |
| Country | Sweden |
| Denomination | Church of Sweden |
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| Former name(s) | Southern Biskopsgården Church |
| Consecrated | 26 February 1961 |
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| Parish | Lundby |
| Diocese | Gothenburg |
The Biskopsgården Church is a special building in Gothenburg, Sweden. It is a place where people gather for worship and community events. This church is located in the southern part of Biskopsgården, which is on a big island called Hisingen.
About Biskopsgården Church
Biskopsgården Church is part of the Church of Sweden. It first opened its doors in 1961. Churches are important places for many people. They offer a space for religious services, but also for community activities.
Its Original Name
When the church first opened, it had a slightly different name. It was called the Southern Biskopsgården Church. This name helped tell it apart from another church in the area.
Why the Name Changed
The name of the church changed in 2004. This happened because the Northern Biskopsgården Church was no longer used. After that, the "Southern" part of the name was not needed anymore. So, it became simply Biskopsgården Church.
Part of the Community
The church belongs to the Lundby Parish. This parish is part of the Diocese of Gothenburg. A parish is like a local church community. It helps organize activities and services for people living nearby.
