St. Anthony's Church, Warwick facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St. Anthony's Church |
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| Location | Warwick |
| Country |  Bermuda United Kingdom |
| Denomination | Catholic Church |
The Church of St. Anthony is a Catholic place of worship. It is located in Warwick, a town on the main island of Bermuda. Bermuda is a British Overseas Territory, which means it is a territory that belongs to the United Kingdom.
This church is part of the Diocese of Hamilton in Bermuda. A diocese is like a special area or region that a bishop oversees.
Building the Church
The Church of St. Anthony was built and officially opened between 1957 and 1958. It has been an important part of the community ever since.
Why the Name St. Anthony?
The church is named after Saint Anthony. He is also known as St. Anthony of Lisbon. Many people from Portugal who live in Bermuda have a special devotion to him.
Saint Anthony was a Franciscan priest. He was also a famous preacher and a smart theologian from Portugal.
See also
- Catholic Church in the United Kingdom
Learn more in Spanish: Iglesia de San Antonio (Warwick) para niños
