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St Francis of Assisi Catholic

Kamunyolo Bridge

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St Francis of Assisi Catholic (Wote)
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St Francis of Assisi Catholic

The St Francis of Assisi Catholic is situated on Kamunyolo Bridge in Wote, Kenya.

Location

  • The church is located on Kamunyolo Bridge in Wote, Kenya.

History

This church is dedicated to the venerated figure of Saint Francis of Assisi, an Italian mystic, poet, and Catholic friar who founded the Franciscan order. Inspired by Christian teachings, Francis lived a life of poverty and became an itinerant preacher. He was canonized by Pope Gregory IX on 16 July 1228.

Architecture

The church's architectural style is not explicitly stated in available data. However, its construction year is believed to be around the same period as Francis' lifetime, with the exact date unknown.

Denomination and Religious Significance

This Catholic church is part of the Franciscan order, which Saint Francis of Assisi founded. The church's religious significance stems from its association with Francis, who is revered for his devotion to poverty, chastity, and obedience.

Notable Features

Unfortunately, no specific details about notable features are available in the provided data.

Organ and Bells Information

No information is available regarding the organ or bells of this church.

Heritage Status

The St Francis of Assisi Catholic has not been designated with a specific heritage status in the provided data.

Visiting Info

The church's opening hours and accessibility are unknown due to lack of information.

Notable Artworks or Relics

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

Details

NameSt Francis of Assisi Catholic
CityWote
CountryKenya
Coordinates-1.7736906, 37.647507