Christ the King, Cockfosters facts for kids
Christ the King is a special building in Cockfosters, north London. It used to be a priory, which is a type of monastery, for a group of monks called the Olivetan order. The building is also known as Vita et Pax.
Christ the King Priory
What is Christ the King?
This building is famous for its interesting design. It was built in 1940. A monk named Dom Constantine Bosschaerts is believed to have designed it. This is mentioned in a well-known book about buildings.
Who Started It?
The priory was started in 1930. Dom Constantine Bosschaerts was the person who founded it. He was a monk from Belgium before he started Christ the King.
What is it Used For Now?
Over time, parts of the building have been used for different things. One part was once called the Benedictine Centre for Spirituality. Now, it is known as the Cockfosters Spirituality Centre. This is a place where people can go for quiet reflection.
A different part of the building is now a church. It is the parish church for the local community of Christ The King in Cockfosters. This part was originally planned to be a large hall for a bigger church. Since 2014, a group called the Chemin Neuf Community has been managing the church.
