Cathays Methodist Church facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cathays Methodist Church |
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| 51°29′42″N 3°10′39″W / 51.4949°N 3.1776°W | |
| Denomination | Methodist Church of Great Britain |
| History | |
| Status | Active |
| Founded | 1862 |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II |
| Designated | 5 April 2000 |
| Style | Romanesque Revival |
| Completed | 1890 |
| Construction cost | £5000 |
| Specifications | |
| Capacity | originally 850 |
| Number of floors | 3 |
| Materials | Pennant sandstone, Bath stone |
| Administration | |
| Circuit | Cardiff and Caerphilly |
Cathays Methodist Church is a special building in Cathays, Cardiff, Wales. It's a Methodist church, which means it belongs to a Christian group called Methodists. This church is also a "Grade II listed building." This means it's an important historical building that needs to be protected. It is part of a group of Methodist churches in Cardiff and Caerphilly.
Contents
A Look at the Church's Past
How it All Began
The first church building, called a chapel, started in 1862. It was on Cathays Terrace, very close to where the church is today. When it first opened, only six people attended services.
Growing Bigger
In 1883, that first building was sold. A new "school chapel" was built to replace it. Then, in 1890, the main church building that we see today was finished. It cost about £5000 to build, which was a lot of money back then!
Busy Services and Changes Over Time
The church was very popular. On some evenings, over 900 people would come to worship! The church used to have fancy, round towers on its roof, but these are gone now. The organ inside the church is very old, from before 1914. In the early 1990s, a modern glass entrance was added.
Inside the Church Today
In 2006, the inside of the church was changed. The main worship area, called the sanctuary, is now on the top floor. Below that, on the upper ground floor, there's a large hall. Even further down, there are three meeting rooms.
Students and the Church
Because the church is very close to Cardiff University, many students attend its services. Other nearby churches, like the Church of St Andrew & St Teilo and the Woodville Christian Centre, also welcome students. The old chapel from 1883 is now a furniture store.
Important Recognition
In 2000, Cathays Methodist Church was officially named a "Grade II listed building." This means it's recognized as a building of special historical or architectural interest. It helps make sure the church is kept safe for future generations.
Who is the Minister?
The current minister, who leads the church services, is Alexis Mahoney.
