Holy Family Church, Bethlehem

Location

• The Holy Family Church is situated on Manjalloor - Mullappuzhachal Road in Vazhakulam, India.

History

Bethlehem, a city located about ten kilometres south of Jerusalem and the capital of the Bethlehem Governorate, has a rich history dating back to ancient times.

• A possible first mention of Bethlehem is found in the Amarna correspondence of ancient Egypt, dated to 1350–1330 BCE, although this reading is uncertain.
• In the Hebrew Bible, the period of the Israelites is described; it identifies Bethlehem as the birthplace of David.
• In the New Testament, the city is identified as the birthplace of Jesus of Nazareth.

Architecture

The Holy Family Church is an example of a church in India with a blend of architectural styles.

• However, no specific information on its construction year or architectural style is available.

Denomination and Religious Significance

The church is part of the Christian denomination.

It holds significant religious importance as it is believed to be located near the site where Jesus Christ was born.

Architect and Notable Features

Unfortunately, there is no information available on the architect of the Holy Family Church or any notable features associated with it.

Organ and Bells Information

No specific details are available regarding the organ or bells at the church.

Heritage Status

The Holy Family Church is not mentioned in any heritage listings or databases.

Visiting Info

The opening hours and accessibility information for the Holy Family Church could not be verified.

Notable Artworks or Relics

There are no notable artworks or relics associated with the Holy Family Church.