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Churches on Jersey |
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Here are
just some of the notable churches that can be discovered on
Jersey |
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St Brelade's
Church and Fishermen's Chapel St Brelade |
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St Brelade's Church, overlooking
the golden sweep of St Brelade's Bay, is widely considered
to be one of the most picturesque places of worship on the
island.
The nave and chancel of the ancient
church date from Norman times. Beside the church stands
Fisherman's Chapel, thought to have been built in the 12th
century. The walls of the chapel are adorned with fine
murals dating from the 14th and 15th centuries.
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St Helier's
Church St Helier |
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The church takes its name from
town's patron saint. St Helier was a hermit who lived
a life of prayer on the rocky islet on which Elizabeth Castle
now stands. Parts of the church date back to the 11th
century. Major Pierson, who defeated the French when
they last invaded Jersey in 1781, is buried at the church. |
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St Matthew's
(Glass) Church Millbrook, St Lawrence |
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The plain white rectilinear exterior
of St Matthew's Church gives no clue to its stunning interior.
Known as Glass Church, St Matthew's has amazing Art Deco glass
fixtures and fittings, designed by René Lalique in 1934.
The panels, altar cross, altar
rail, font and beautiful Art Deco angels were created using
milky opaque glass. Lalique (1860 - 1945) is best known
for his glasswork and elegant jewellery.
In 1930s his neighbour in the
South of France was Florence Boot, Lady Trent, widow
of Jesse Boot, founder of Boot's the Chemist. In 1932
she commissioned Lalique to refurbish the interior of the
church as a tribute to her husband's life. The magnificent
result is considered to be one of Lalique's finest works.
The oak pews, pulpit and lecturn, were created by Jersey architect
A B Grayson.
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St Saviour's
Church St Saviour |
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St Saviour's Church is closely
associated with Lillie Langtry, one of Jersey's most controversial
icons.
The famous actress, mistress
of the future Edward VII and later Prince Louis of Batternburg,
was born Emilie Charlotte le Breton in the Rectory in 1853.
Known affectionately as the Jersey Lilly, she was twice married
at St Saviour's Church. Lillie Langtry died in Monaco
in 1929 but at her own request she was buried in St Saviour's
churchyard.
Tel: 01534 618199
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