St Mary's, Inverness facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Mary's, Inverness |
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| St Mary's Roman Catholic Church | |
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| 57°28′41″N 4°13′48″W / 57.478010°N 4.230003°W | |
| Location | Inverness, Inverness-Shire |
| Country | Scotland |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic |
| History | |
| Status | Parish church |
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| Functional status | Active |
| Architect(s) | William Robertson of Elgin |
| Architectural type | Church |
| Style | Gothic |
| Completed | 1837 |
| Administration | |
| Deanery | St. Joseph's |
| Diocese | Aberdeen |
St. Mary's, Inverness is a Roman Catholic church located in the city of Inverness, Scotland. It is part of the Diocese of Aberdeen. This church is well-known for its beautiful altar and amazing stained glass windows.
You can attend daily church services here. It is also a special place for the Polish community in Inverness.
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A Look at History
When Did the Church Open?
St. Mary's Church first opened its doors on April 2, 1837. Before this church was built, Catholic people in Inverness gathered to worship on Margaret Street. This early church community was set up in 1827.
Changes Over the Years
In 1888, a building for the priest, called a presbytery, was added. This cost £1,200 and was paid for by Miss Jessie McDonell.
On August 22, 1894, the church had a special re-opening. The area around the altar was made bigger to fit 250 more people. A new altar, designed by Peter Paul Pugin, was also put in. New Stations of the Cross were added too.
Later, in 2014, the altar area was updated again. This was done to match new church practices from the Second Vatican Council.
School for the Community
A school was built for the church in 1845. At first, Franciscan nuns taught there. The original school building was replaced with a new one in 1943.
Inside the Church
The inside of St. Mary's Church is very impressive. It features beautiful designs and details.
