Saint Catharine's Church: History and Guide - Paperback

by Thomas J. Shahan (Author)

""Saint Catharine's Church: History and Guide"" is a comprehensive book written by Thomas J. Shahan that delves into the rich history of Saint Catharine's Church. The book provides a detailed account of the church's origins, its architectural significance, and its role in the community over the years. The author takes readers on a journey through the church's past, highlighting the various events and people that have shaped its development. The guide also includes a detailed description of the church's interior, including its stained glass windows, sculptures, and other notable features. Additionally, the book provides practical information for visitors, including mass times and other important details. Whether you are a history buff, a lover of architecture, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of religious buildings, ""Saint Catharine's Church: History and Guide"" is an informative and engaging read that is sure to inspire and enlighten.1928. It is true that in Catholic times the civil authority, or persons of rank and wealth, often looked on the building of a church as a duty, an honor, or a privilege. It is very rare, however, in our own country at least, to meet with a noble edifice, like Saint Catharine's Memorial Church at Spring Lake, New Jersey, which is entirely the creation of a Catholic layman, and into which his personality has been knitted with a fullness perhaps never before equaled. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.