St. Paul’s Chapel is the oldest public building still in use and the oldest church in New York City. It survived from several disasters including 9/11. It is small and not as gorgeous compared to other big name churches, and it is easily ignored it if you walked by it. Amazingly, not a single window broke during the 9/11 attack. The chapel was not only used for worship but also for honoring those brave rescue workers and hundreds of volunteers' stories during the tragedy. The volunteers worked 24/7 serving meals, making beds, counseling, and praying with fire fighters, construction workers, police and many others. Massage therapists, chiropractors, podiatrists and musicians also tended to their needs. The worn marble floor reflected those men and women working day in and day out with heavy loads.
In addition to that, St. Paul’s Chapel was where George Washington attended services during the two years when New York City was the US capital. You can find the original Washington's pew with a painting of the Great Seal of the United States above it. One particular display is the “Healing Hearts and Minds," which has a policeman's uniform covered with police and firefighter patches from all over the US.
Designed by architect Thomas McBean and built by Andrew Gautier, St. Paul's Chapel opened in 1766. It was built as a chapel of the Parish of Trinity Church and used as a "chapel-of-ease" for parishioners. Different from other churches we visited, the chapel is simple but elegant. The large glass windows on the first and second floors bring in natural lights and make you feel peaceful. If you visit the "Ground Zero," St. Paul's Chapel is a must see.
In addition to that, St. Paul’s Chapel was where George Washington attended services during the two years when New York City was the US capital. You can find the original Washington's pew with a painting of the Great Seal of the United States above it. One particular display is the “Healing Hearts and Minds," which has a policeman's uniform covered with police and firefighter patches from all over the US.
Designed by architect Thomas McBean and built by Andrew Gautier, St. Paul's Chapel opened in 1766. It was built as a chapel of the Parish of Trinity Church and used as a "chapel-of-ease" for parishioners. Different from other churches we visited, the chapel is simple but elegant. The large glass windows on the first and second floors bring in natural lights and make you feel peaceful. If you visit the "Ground Zero," St. Paul's Chapel is a must see.
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