St Anne's Church, Rock Ferry facts for kids
St Anne's Church is a Catholic church located on Highfield Road in Rock Ferry, a town in Birkenhead, Merseyside, England. It is a very special building. It is officially recognized as a Grade II listed building, which means it is important and protected.
History
The church was built for a group of priests known as the Oblates of Mary Immaculate. Three brothers, Edward Welby Pugin, Peter Paul Pugin, and Cuthbert Pugin, were involved in its design and construction. Edward Pugin had planned for a tall tower on the church, but it was never built.
The first stone for the church was placed on May 9, 1875. This important event was led by James Brown, who was the Bishop of Shrewsbury at the time. The church officially opened its doors on October 28, 1877.
Later, more parts were added to the church. A presbytery, which is a house for the priests, was built between 1884 and 1885. In 1934, side aisles were added to the church, making it larger.
The Oblates of Mary Immaculate cared for the church for many years. In September 2010, they handed over the church to the Diocese of Shrewsbury. Today, the church is served by Father Bernard Forshaw and Reverend John Boggan.
