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Paroisse Catholique Saint Joseph

Avenue de la Victoire

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Paroisse Catholique Saint Joseph

The Paroisse Catholique Saint Joseph is a Roman Catholic church located in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

History

  • The Paroisse Catholique Saint Joseph's history dates back to its construction.

Architecture

The Paroisse Catholique Saint Joseph was built in 1950 and features a mix of modernist and Art Deco architectural styles. The building's design is attributed to an unknown architect.

Location

The church is situated on Avenue de la Victoire, within the Matonge 3 neighborhood of Kinshasa. It serves as a significant place of worship for the local Roman Catholic community.

Denomination and Religious Significance

As a Roman Catholic church, the Paroisse Catholique Saint Joseph plays an essential role in the spiritual lives of its congregation. The church is dedicated to Saint Joseph, the patron saint of the Catholic Church.

Notable Features

The church features a notable organ and a set of bells. However, specific details about these are not available.

Heritage Status

The Paroisse Catholique Saint Joseph has been recognized for its cultural significance in Kinshasa. Its heritage status is currently being assessed.

Visiting Information

The church is wheelchair accessible. Visitors can access the premises during regular hours of operation. However, specific opening hours are not available.

Notable Artworks or Relics

No notable artworks or relics are mentioned in the available data.

Coordinates

The Paroisse Catholique Saint Joseph is located at coordinates -4.3417389, 15.3156361.

Details

NameParoisse Catholique Saint Joseph
CityMatonge 3
CountryDemocratic Republic Of The Congo
Coordinates-4.3417387, 15.315636
ArchitectUnknown
Current usePlace of worship
Accessibletrue