A beautiful white church before a brilliant blue summer sky.
The design of the cupolas is extraordinary. Each one is supported by eight small pillars forming an octagon. What makes these a standout is that usually the structure below the cupolas is completely closed-in whereas these are open to the elements...I bet the view is good from up there. And there's a bonus as well, the Orthodox cross below the centre cupola can be lit up at night.
Most outdoor altars are constructed of formed concrete painted white but this one is fabricated steel and powder-coated in silver-gray and gold.
The marble cornerstone...seventy-five years old this year.
The gate sign above the front entrance displays a golden tryzub flanked by two red maple leaves. The tryzub (trident) symbol dates back over ten centuries and is the official coat of arms of Ukraine.
God bless the Ukrainian people in these troubled times.
The Ukrainian Orthodox Church of All Saints was photographed in Kamsack, Saskatchewan on July 28, 2022.
Beautiful church! I visited Kamsack a few times about 30 years ago. Nice little town.
ReplyDeleteThanks Debra. Whenever I'm in the area I make a pit stop here.
DeleteAnother beautiful church, which is evidence of the the faith, resolve, and conviction of the Ukrainian pioneers who settled on the prairies in harsh conditions. The Ukrainian people are again displaying these same characteristics today against the brutal invasion of their country.
ReplyDeleteThank you Dale. The Ukrainian people have been targeted by a ruthless monster but I believe he's underestimated their resolve. Prayers to them.
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