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All Saint's Chapel, Melton Mowbray, Tasmania
All Saint's Chapel, Melton Mowbray, Tasmania
№165

All Saint's Chapel

Melton Mowbray, Tasmania

In the ecclesiastical history of Bothwell with Kempton parish, All Saints' Church emerges as a cornerstone of spiritual life and communal cohesion. The chronicles of July 1937 herald a...

Denomination
Anglican
Region
Midlands
Year Built
1937
Architectural Style
Church
Heritage Status
Not recorded

Overview

In the ecclesiastical history of Bothwell with Kempton parish, All Saints' Church emerges as a cornerstone of spiritual life and communal cohesion. The chronicles of July 1937 herald a significant milestone in the church's history, as documented in Church News: the laying of the foundation stone for a new sanctuary took place in the preceding month of June. This auspicious event marked the inception of a monumental endeavor, signaling the dawn of a new chapter in the life of the congregation.

With meticulous attention to detail and unwavering dedication, the construction of the new church swiftly progressed, culminating in its grand opening mere months later, in September 1937. The ceremonious unveiling of the completed sanctuary was met with jubilation and reverence, as parishioners and dignitaries alike gathered to consecrate this sacred space to divine worship and communal fellowship.

The culmination of these efforts reached its zenith in March 1938, with the solemn consecration of All Saints' Church. This sacred ritual, steeped in tradition and reverence, imbued the sanctuary with sanctity and solemnity, cementing its status as a hallowed haven for generations to come.

Through the seamless interplay of faith, perseverance, and community spirit, All Saints' Church emerged as a beacon of hope and spiritual sustenance within the Bothwell with Kempton parish. Its legacy endures as a testament to the enduring bonds of faith and fellowship that unite congregants in their shared journey of devotion and service.

History

  1. June 1937

    foundation stone laid for a new sanctuary

    built
  2. September 1937

    new church opened

    opened
  3. March 1938

    All Saints' Church consecrated

    consecrated

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References

  1. Geoffrey Stephens, The Anglican Church in Tasmania : a diocesan history to mark the sesquicentenary : 1992, Hobart, 1991, p. 188Tasmanian Pictorial Church Index

Links

  • New English Church at Melton (1937, August 23). The Mercury (Hobart, Tas.: 1860 - 1954), p. 3. Retrieved October 02, 2019

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Church Number
№165
Denomination
Anglican
Region
Midlands
Year Built
1937
Church Status
Not recorded
Heritage Status
Not recorded
Address
9 Blackwell Road, Melton Mowbray TAS 7030
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