St Philip's Anglican Church, Kingswood facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St. Phillip's Anglican Church |
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 St. Phillip's Anglican Church
Location in Sydney
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| Location | Bringelly Road and Second Avenue in Kingswood, Sydney, New South Wales |
| Country | Australia |
| Denomination | Anglican |
| History | |
| Status | Church |
| Dedication | Saint Philip |
| Consecrated | 1959 |
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| Functional status | Active |
| Architectural type | Church |
| Style | Victorian Gothic Revival |
| Completed | 1898 |
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| Parish | Kingswood |
| Diocese | Sydney |
St. Phillip's Anglican Church Kingswood is a special church located in Kingswood, a suburb in western Sydney, Australia. It's an Anglican church, which is a type of Christian church. This beautiful brick building was finished in 1896. It has a classic design called "Victorian Gothic Revival," which means it looks a bit like old European churches. The church has a main hall (called a nave), a special area near the altar (called a chancel), and a front entrance (a porch). Because it's an important old building, it was added to the local heritage register on December 20, 1991.
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History of the Church
In 1897, some land was given to the people of Kingswood. This land was meant for a church and a cemetery. However, the cemetery wasn't needed later. A builder named Jack Melville constructed the church. A local blacksmith, James Wainwright, helped by providing ironwork. The front porch on the western side was added later. The church opened in 1898, but it wasn't officially dedicated until 1959. A building for Sunday school was completed in 1958, but it was later taken down.
What Happens at the Church
St. Phillip's Anglican Church offers different services and groups for people of all ages.
Sunday Services
- Morning Service: On Sundays, there is a family service at 9:30 AM. This service is designed for everyone, including children and families.
- Traditional Service: There is also a traditional service at 5:00 PM. This service uses an older style of worship from the 1978 Australian Prayer Book.
- Cafe Church: At 7:00 PM, the church has a "cafe church." In this service, people sit at tables instead of in rows. They can enjoy coffee, cold drinks, and food. It's a relaxed way to discuss faith, sing songs, listen to a talk, and say prayers together.
Groups and Activities
The church has many groups for young people:
- There's a boys' group that meets on Wednesday nights.
- A kids' club runs on Friday afternoons.
- A Youth Group meets on Friday nights from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. This group is for kids in years 6 to 10.
The church also helps with scripture classes in local primary schools. They also work with Western Sydney University.
See Also
- List of Anglican churches in the Diocese of Sydney
