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 in Lozells is a historic building located in Birmingham, England. It is a special building because it is a Grade II listed building. This means it is protected for its historical or architectural importance. The church was originally part of the Church of England but is now used by the Assemblies of the First Born Church of God.
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History of St Paul's Church
Building a New Church
The construction of St Paul's Church began a long time ago. The very first stone, called the foundation stone, was put in place on July 11, 1879. A person named Colonel Ratcliff helped with this important step.
The church was built by a company called Horsman and Co. They followed the plans made by an architect named J. A. Chatwin. The building was finished and officially opened on September 11, 1880. The Bishop of Worcester led the special ceremony to dedicate the church.
A New Chapter for the Church
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 another church nearby, St Silas’ Church, Lozells. A new building was later built for this combined group.
The Church Organ
Inside the church, there was once a large musical instrument called an organ. This organ was made in 1889 by a company named Casson. Organs are very big instruments that make music using many pipes. You can find more details about this specific organ on the National Pipe Organ Register.
