Article September 16, 1922 Issue

Among the Churches

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West Bend, Wis. (Society).—With the completion of the new Christian Science church the number of West Bend's churches was increased by an edifice that is a conspicuous adornment of the city, its purely classical architecture bringing variety into the collection of church styles represented here. The style goes back to the foundation of Christianity, when, in places where the followers of Christ were strong enough, the old pagan temples were converted into Christian churches. The edifice has a ground space forty feet wide and sixty-eight feet deep, and is constructed of hollow tile overlaid with coatings of cement and rough, light-colored stucco. The auditorium has a seating capacity of two hundred and eighty.—West Bend News.

Lakewood, Ohio (First Church).—The completed superstructure of First Church of Christ, Scientist, Lakewood, at Detroit and Arthur Avenues, is now open for services. The building is of classic design and Doric order. It is of steel and concrete construction with Bedford stone exterior. The wide terraces, reached by stairs at either side, flanked by the beautiful lawn with its trees and shrubbery, make this one of the most imposing church buildings in this section of the country. The interior of the church is also of classic design, influenced slightly by Italian renaissance. The auditorium seats twelve hundred. The basement is to be fitted up for Sunday school use only, and will accommodate one thousand persons.—Lakewood Suburban News and Herald.

Mobile, Ala. (First Church).—The congregation of First Church of Christ, Scientist, of this city are now occupying their new home. This building is in one of the prettiest sections of the city. The lot fronts 142 feet and represents an investment of over twenty-seven thousand dollars. This edifice is characteristic of the pure southern colonial work. There are many modern features that indicate foresight in providing for the needs of an up-to-date building. The acoustical properties are perfect. The seating capacity of the auditorium is approximately three hundred and fifty.

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