St Augustine's, Whitton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Augustine's, Whitton |
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Church of St Augustine of Canterbury, Whitton | |
![]() The church in 2009
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Location | Hospital Bridge Road, Whitton, London TW2 6DE |
Country | England, United Kingdom |
Denomination | Church of England |
History | |
Founded | 1935 |
Dedication | St Augustine of Canterbury |
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Years built | 1958 |
Administration | |
Deanery | Hampton |
Archdeaconry | Middlesex |
Diocese | LONDON |
St Augustine's, Whitton is a church located on Hospital Bridge Road in Whitton. Whitton is a part of the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. This church belongs to the Church of England, which is the main Christian church in England. It is part of the Diocese of London, a large area managed by the church. The current minister, who leads the church services, is The Revd Canon John Kafwanka K.
About St Augustine's Church
St Augustine's is a place where people come together to worship. It is dedicated to St Augustine of Canterbury, an important figure in early English Christianity. The church serves the local community in Whitton.
History of the Church
The St Augustine's church community started in 1935. For the first 23 years, they did not have their own building. Instead, they met and held services at Bishop Perrin's School. This continued until 1958, when their own church building was completed.