St Paul's Church, Lozells facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Paul's Church, Lozells |
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| 52°30′9.31″N 1°54′7.38″W / 52.5025861°N 1.9020500°W | |
| Location | Birmingham |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Assemblies of the First Born Church of God |
| Previous denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | St Paul |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II listed |
| Architect(s) | J. A. Chatwin |
| Groundbreaking | 11 July 1879 |
| Completed | 1880 |
| Construction cost | £8,700 |
| Specifications | |
| Capacity | 800 persons |
| Length | 121.75 feet (37.11 m) |
| Width | 49.6 feet (15.1 m) |
| Nave width | 24.6 feet (7.5 m) |
St Paul's Church, Lozells is a historic building in Birmingham, England. It is a Grade II listed building, which means it is protected for its special architectural or historical interest. Originally, it was a Church of England parish church. Today, it is used by the Assemblies of the First Born Church of God.
History of St Paul's Church
Building the Church
The first stone for St Paul's Church was laid on 11 July 1879. This special event was led by Colonel Ratcliff. The church was built by a company called Horsman and Co from Wolverhampton. The design for the church was created by a famous architect named J. A. Chatwin.
The building was finished in 1880. On 11 September 1880, the church was officially opened and blessed. This ceremony was performed by the Bishop of Worcester.
Changes Over Time
For many years, St Paul's Church served the local community as a Church of England parish church. However, in 1982, the Church of England decided to sell the building.
The Assemblies of the First Born Church of God then bought the church. The original Church of England members joined with the congregation from St Silas’ Church, Lozells. A new building was then built for this combined group.
Church Organ
The church once had a large organ. This musical instrument was built in 1889 by a company called Casson. Organs are very complex instruments with many pipes that make different sounds.
