Sacred Heart Church, Liverpool facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sacred Heart Church |
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| OS grid reference | SJ3614890831 |
| Location | Liverpool |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic |
| History | |
| Status | Active |
| Dedication | Sacred Heart |
| Architecture | |
| Functional status | Parish church |
| Heritage designation | Grade II listed |
| Designated | 31 October 1989 |
| Architect(s) | Goldie, Child & Goldie |
| Style | Gothic Revival |
| Completed | 1886 |
| Administration | |
| Parish | St Michael & Sacred Heart |
| Deanery | Liverpool North |
| Archdiocese | Liverpool |
Sacred Heart Church is a beautiful Roman Catholic church located right in the middle of Liverpool, England. You can find it on the corner of Low Hill and the A57 road, very close to the Royal Liverpool University Hospital. This church is a special building, listed as Grade II, which means it's important and protected. It first opened its doors in 1886. The church was designed by a team of architects called Goldie, Child & Goldie, and it even has a special altar piece created by Pugin and Pugin.
History of Sacred Heart Church
Long ago, Catholic people in this area prayed in a small chapel. It was part of a convent on Mount Vernon Street. As more and more Catholic families moved to Liverpool, the chapel became too small. So, plans were made to build a much bigger church.
The new church, Sacred Heart, opened in 1886. The main parts of the church, like the large open area (called the nave) and the outside walls, were designed by Goldie, Child & Goldie. Other famous architects also helped. Pugin & Pugin designed the special area around the altar, called the sanctuary, in the 1890s. Another firm, Sinnott, Powell & Sinnott, built the church hall in 1894. They also designed another church nearby, Our Lady Star of the Sea.
There used to be an entrance to Sacred Heart Church from Mount Vernon Street. However, when the Royal Liverpool University Hospital was built, that road became private. So, the old entrance was closed off. Now, the main way to enter the church is from Low Hill.
The Church Community
After the year 2000, Sacred Heart Church joined with a nearby church, St. Michael's. Together, they became one larger community called the parish of St. Michael and the Sacred Heart.
The church has a very close connection with Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School. Students from the school often visit the church. They also go on trips to the Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, which is another important church in the city.
There are many Catholic churches in this part of Liverpool. To make sure everyone can attend Mass, Sacred Heart Church has its Sunday Mass at a special time. It's held on Saturday evening at 6:30 PM. This way, it doesn't clash with other churches, like St Francis Xavier Church. St. Michael's church, which is part of the same parish, has its Sunday Mass on Sunday morning at 10:30 AM.
Pictures of the Church
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Side view of church
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Calvary Cross
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View across Low Hill
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Sanctuary by Pugin & Pugin
See also
- Archdiocese of Liverpool
- Church of Saint Francis Xavier, Liverpool
