St Luke's Church, Chiddingstone Causeway facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Luke's Church |
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St Luke's Church, Chiddington Causeway. The WWI & WWII memorial is visible to the left of the tower.
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| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | Luke the Evangelist |
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| Heritage designation | Grade II* |
| Designated | 10 September 1954 |
| Architect(s) | John Francis Bentley |
| Architectural type | Decorated Gothic Revival |
| Years built | 1897-1898 |
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| Diocese | Rochester |
| Province | Canterbury |
St Luke's Church is a special historical building located in Chiddingstone Causeway, Kent, England. It is a Church of England church. The church was built between 1897 and 1898. It was designed by a famous architect named John Francis Bentley.
Before this church was built, there was a simpler church on the same spot. It was called a "tin tabernacle," which was a church made from corrugated iron. St Luke's Church was built to replace that older, simpler building.
The Church's Design and History
St Luke's Church was designed in a style called Decorated Gothic Revival. This style brings back elements from medieval Gothic churches. It includes features like pointed arches and detailed decorations.
The money to build the church came from the Hill family. A well-known artist, John Singer Sargent, suggested that John Francis Bentley should be the architect. This church is unique because it was the only Protestant church that Bentley ever designed.
Who is St Luke?
The church is dedicated to Luke the Evangelist. He is one of the four writers of the Gospels in the New Testament of the Bible. He is also known as the patron saint of artists and doctors.
The Altar Window
The beautiful window above the altar was created by an artist named Wilfrid de Glehn. Altar windows often tell stories from the Bible or show important religious figures.
St Luke's Today
Since 2019, St Luke's Church has been part of a group of churches called the High Weald Churches benefice. This group includes churches in Penshurst, Chiddingstone, Fordcombe, and Chiddingstone Causeway. Being part of a benefice means these churches work together and share resources.
