St James's Church - Piccadilly, London, UK
N 51° 30.508 W 000° 08.207
30U E 698688 N 5710257
This is a church that was designed by Sir Christopher Wren and consecrated in 1684.
Waymark Code: WMCXWJ
Location: London, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 10/24/2011
Views: 11
One of the boards outside the church entrance, in Jermyn Street, reads:
"Welcome to St James's
If you are a visitor to London, you will not want to miss the opportunity of seeing one of London's most beautiful churches.
Designed and built by Sir Christopher Wren, St James's was consecrated in 1684. The church, which witnessed the baptism of the poet and visionary painter, William Blake, has a colourful history and literary allusions are frequent, notably in the works of Evelyn, Defoe and Vanbrugh. It has a fine musical tradition and is popular for weddings and memorial services.
The building was severely damaged by enemy bombs during the Second World War. Restoration work was completed in 1954 and the church's most striking original features survive, namely the carvings around the altar, the organ case and marble font, all fashioned by Grinling Gibbons.
St James's is an international centre of Christian ministry and the church attracts visitors from all over the world while continuing to offer spiritual nourishment to those who live and work in the area. St James's flourishes as a place for prayer and celebration, a centre for healing. a forum for the arts and a platform for public debate on issues of public importance.
All are welcome to experience and share this vision either by attending the regular services or through participation in our extensive programme of activities."
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1684
Age of Church building determined by?: Cornerstone or plaque
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Anglican/Episcopal
If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday
Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 9:15 AM
Street address of Church:
137 Piccadilly
London, United Kingdom
W1J 9LL
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed
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