Christ Church, Chilwell facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Christ Church, Chilwell |
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| Denomination | Church of England |
| Churchmanship | Evangelical |
| Website | www.christchurchchilwell.org.uk |
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| Dedication | Christ Church |
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| Parish | Chilwell |
| Diocese | Southwell and Nottingham |
| Province | York |
Christ Church is a local church in Chilwell, Nottinghamshire, that belongs to the Church of England. It serves the community as a place of worship and gathering.
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History of Christ Church
Building the Church
Christ Church started as a "mission church." This means it was a new church built to serve a growing community that was a bit far from the main church, St. Mary's Church, Attenborough. It was built between 1901 and 1903.
The church was officially opened and blessed on July 3, 1915. This special ceremony was led by the Bishop of Southwell, Edwin Hoskyns.
Later Additions and Connections
Over the years, Christ Church has grown. In 1950, new rooms called "vestries" were added. These are often used by the clergy (church leaders) to prepare for services.
Later, in 1957, a part of the church called the "chancel" was added. This is the area around the altar, where the main church services take place. An architect named Eric Vernon Royle designed this addition.
Christ Church also has a "daughter church." This is another church that was started or supported by Christ Church. Its daughter church is St. Barnabas Church, Inham Nook.
Church Organs
First Organ (1857)
The very first organ in Christ Church was a smaller instrument. It had only "one manual," which means it had one keyboard for playing. This organ was made by a company called Groves of London.
Interestingly, this organ wasn't new when it came to Christ Church. It was first set up in St Mary's Church, Attenborough on May 12, 1857, before being moved here.
Second Organ (1937)
In 1937, a larger organ was installed. This one was built by Gray and Davison and had "two manuals" (two keyboards). It also had 16 "stops," which are controls that change the sound of the organ.
Norman Buttler, the church organist from Long Eaton, helped with the installation. In 1956, this organ was checked and repaired by Ernest Wragg. Later, in 1986, this organ was moved to St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe.
Current Organ (1984)
The organ that is used in Christ Church today was built in 1984. It was made by Nigel Church. This organ uses "modern mechanical action," which is a way the keys and pedals are connected directly to the pipes, giving the player a very responsive feel.
