The St. Joseph Catholic Church is a historic building located down town San Antonio on East Commerce St. The Chruch had begun being built in 1868 and was then completed in 1871. The church was built to serve the increasing German Catholic population in San Antonio. The services then were in German. Today the church has services in English and in Spaish. This historic building has always been very striking to me. Since i was a child i admired this beautiful church. My father works very close to the St. Joseph Church therefore I almost consider it a reminder of family. I love the tall temple that lies infront, this is the object that stands out most. The large wooden doors and arch way are also a big part of why i love this place so much. Not only is it beautiful to me I also find that it reminds me much of New York, where my family is originaly from. Being Italian this building looks much like the strucktures one will find in Italy. This church personaly relaxes me, i feel at peace just looking at it. I feel home being near it. I also feel welcome when walking through the great wooden doors. This building captures a time in history, it is an historical mark making it very interesting to just step foot in. One's breath will be taken away when standing in the chaple itself. This is by far one of the most historical buildings in down town San Antonio. I have an eye for historic buildings and they have always been my pasion in art. I tend to prefer an old home to a new. The history and story behind it means a great deal to me and has always sparked something in me keeping me look for more. I have many pictures of old churches in my bedroom at home. The church is for the most part rather large yet the small details on the building are part of what makes it so magnificant. This particular building is very important to me and I chose it strickly for its beauty and historical value. The structure itself is amazing and is made up of many different shapes, lines and textures. The way the building was constructed so long ago makes it stand out like no other in the area. These are all reasons why I find this sturcture to be most fasinating but for the most part is gives me a sense of home and relaxation. This is what makes it important and stand out to me. It holds a stronger meaning every time I see it.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
St. Joseph Church
The St. Joseph Catholic Church is a historic building located down town San Antonio on East Commerce St. The Chruch had begun being built in 1868 and was then completed in 1871. The church was built to serve the increasing German Catholic population in San Antonio. The services then were in German. Today the church has services in English and in Spaish. This historic building has always been very striking to me. Since i was a child i admired this beautiful church. My father works very close to the St. Joseph Church therefore I almost consider it a reminder of family. I love the tall temple that lies infront, this is the object that stands out most. The large wooden doors and arch way are also a big part of why i love this place so much. Not only is it beautiful to me I also find that it reminds me much of New York, where my family is originaly from. Being Italian this building looks much like the strucktures one will find in Italy. This church personaly relaxes me, i feel at peace just looking at it. I feel home being near it. I also feel welcome when walking through the great wooden doors. This building captures a time in history, it is an historical mark making it very interesting to just step foot in. One's breath will be taken away when standing in the chaple itself. This is by far one of the most historical buildings in down town San Antonio. I have an eye for historic buildings and they have always been my pasion in art. I tend to prefer an old home to a new. The history and story behind it means a great deal to me and has always sparked something in me keeping me look for more. I have many pictures of old churches in my bedroom at home. The church is for the most part rather large yet the small details on the building are part of what makes it so magnificant. This particular building is very important to me and I chose it strickly for its beauty and historical value. The structure itself is amazing and is made up of many different shapes, lines and textures. The way the building was constructed so long ago makes it stand out like no other in the area. These are all reasons why I find this sturcture to be most fasinating but for the most part is gives me a sense of home and relaxation. This is what makes it important and stand out to me. It holds a stronger meaning every time I see it.
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