Father Francisco de Silva e Maia is credited with the founding of St. Joseph's Church, Singapore. In 1825, he started the Portuguese Mission on Victoria Street, the location of the church.
St. Joseph's Church is renowned as the first place of catholic worship in Singapore. In 1906, the original church was pulled down. Subsequently, the new St. Joseph's Church was constructed in 1912, replacing the old church building.
Bearing a Latin cross and incredible stained glass windows, St. Joseph's Church is one of the must-see attractions of Singapore. The church premises also house a prayer hall, priest quarters and ceremonial hall, etc.
Gazetted as a conservation building in the year 1993, St. Joseph's Church is one of the prime sites for tourists on Singapore pilgrimage tours. On every Good Friday, members of Singapore's catholic community take out a grand procession in the church complex.
Even during the time of Christmas celebrations in Singapore, St. Joseph's Church is crammed with worshippers, waiting to be a part of the midnight mass or candle lighting ceremonies.
It is sometimes very difficult to even find leg space here, especially during the time of festivals in Singapore. However, the spectacular décor and exquisite furnishing of the church will prove your wait worthwhile.
On your Singapore tour, take the MRT up to Bugis Station, and walk for about ten minutes for a visit St. Joseph's Church.
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