St Mary's Church, Pype Hayes facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Mary's |
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| Location | Pype Hayes, Birmingham |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | St Mary the Virgin |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II listed |
| Architect(s) | Edwin Francis Reynolds |
| Style | Arts and Crafts |
| Groundbreaking | 1929 |
| Completed | 1930 |
| Construction cost | £20,415 |
| Administration | |
| Parish | St Mary, Pype Hayes |
| Deanery | Aston & Sutton Coldfield |
| Archdeaconry | Aston |
| Diocese | Anglican Diocese of Birmingham |
| Province | Province of Canterbury |
St Mary's Church is a special old church building located in Pype Hayes, Birmingham, England. It is part of the Church of England. This church is officially a "Grade II listed" building. This means it's an important historical place that needs to be protected and looked after.
History of the Church
The church was designed by a clever architect named Edwin Francis Reynolds. He drew up the plans in 1927. Building work started in 1929 and finished in 1930. A company called C. Bryant and Son built it. The whole project cost about £20,415. This money came from selling the land of another church in Birmingham, called St Mary's Church, Whittall Street, Birmingham.
In October 1995, St Mary's Church and its hall were officially given "listed status." This helps make sure they are kept safe and looked after for the future.
Something exciting happened in 2022! St Mary's Church joined with another church called Gas Street Church. They formed a new church family together. This new church is now known as Lighthouse Church | St Mary's.
Lighthouse Church | St Mary's
Lighthouse Church | St Mary's meets every Sunday. The doors open at 10:15 AM for refreshments, and the service starts at 10:30 AM.
- Lighthouse Kids: This is for children of primary school age.
- Lighthouse Youth: This is for teenagers of secondary school age.
These groups run every Sunday, except for the first Sunday of each month. On the first Sunday, everyone gathers together for a "Worship For Everyone" service. You can find more up-to-date information and plans on their social media: @lighthouseonline.church.
The Church Organ
St Mary's Church has an organ that was built in 1900. It was made by a company called Nicholson and Lord. You can find all the details about this organ on the National Pipe Organ Register. This is a special list that keeps track of organs across the country.
