It is a 'red church' for local people who have made red bricks. The color of the original church is red, but the garment of green dresses wear it in the courtyard. The large pond on the south side of the church. The picturesque reflection of the church is visible in the water of the pond.
This is the Oxford Mission Church of Barisal. The epiphany church, Bangladesh, written in front of the main gate. One of the best artistic patterns in Greek architecture The church stands on the side of Bogra Road (Jibanananda Das Road) in Barisal city. The 114-year-old temple is a memorial of the heritage of Barisal city. The red church is not only a center of religion propaganda and prayer, but this church is contributing to spreading education and human beings. It is one of Asia's largest synagogues and one of the most beautiful aristocrats in the country.
The church is one-sided, but it is equal to the four-story building (about 50 feet). The primary design of the church was Sister Edith. Later, the famous sportsman, Father Strong, developed and finalized the design. British engineer Frederick Douglas was the chief engineer.
The church is standing on 40 arches. Beautiful border surrounded by beautiful palm trees. Inside there are clean tidy dark green courtyards, arid gardens, fields, flowers and medicinal gardens. The main attraction of the church is the huge and aesthetic prayer room. High walls on 35 acres of land There are 13 small ponds inside this church.
A tower built beside the original church, named Bel Tower. It has a lovely bell. This hour of gigantic bell rose seven times a day. On hearing the bells, devotees gathered here for prayer.
History is open, it was inaugurated on January 26, 1903. On that day the 'Epipani Church Bharani Samaj' was established. Its roof is made of wood, and the beautiful marble tiles on the floor. A large cross placed on the main altar.
According to church sources, the marble stones of the altar of the four pans of the prayer room were brought from Kolkata. And the big cross was brought from Bethlehem of Palestine. The establishment of the church was made of red brick bricks made of mud made of native soil. Even after 114 years, it is still fresh, fresh, fresh, with regular maintenance.
The church manager Sudhin Sarkar said that the church is a unique example of historical monuments and religious harmony. There are about 250 students in two secondary schools. There are 300 students in primary school. There are opportunities for people from all religions and communities to study in these institutions. Besides, 25 students of different colleges are living in the girls' hostel. And in the missions, the mother and children were provided free medical services.
Red Church and #Jibanananda Das
A famous poem of Ruposhi Bangla poet #Jibanananda Das, 'Seven Stars in the Sky' It is said that he wrote the poem about his first lover Manya. In the Oxford Mission Church, Moni was seen by the poet. Moni's mother was a nurse in this church. During the student's time, the poet lived for a long time at the Oxford mission hostel. As a result, he was closely associated with Father and Mother. Besides, the church is home to poet's poetry. The roar of the palm of the church, and the sound of swinging in the air stirred the poetry.
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