Vertigo58 Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 (edited) I assumed there already was a topic on this magnificent Romanesque style church? This link gives good detail of it's beginning's to present. http://www.abcsoffaith.com/artchurch/annuncc.htm Been attending since childhood and although it has had fairly recent restorations it is in need once again. Can't help but notice the signs of rain coming through and paint peeling. You must take a tour one day to really appreciate it's grandeur. The narrow stairs leading to the pipe organ are a something else. You must study the intricate detail of the stain glass windows throughout and the gothic furnishings within. I could wonder in this place for hours examining every detail in the interiors. Nicholas J Clayton - famed prominent Victorian Architect would be proud to see that it still stands today. http://www.travelphotobase.com/s/TXXNC.HTM Simply Magnifico! Edited March 17, 2008 by Vertigo58 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb4647 Posted March 18, 2008 Share Posted March 18, 2008 My grandparents were married there back in 1930 or so. Our family used to go there on Easter Sunday in the 80's. Boy has that area changed since then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted March 18, 2008 Author Share Posted March 18, 2008 My grandparents were married there back in 1930 or so. Our family used to go there on Easter Sunday in the 80's. Boy has that area changed since then! That is so cool. I am happy to report that the church still retains and follows traditional mass and the long time parisoners for the most part still bring the whole family. On recent Palm Sunday everyone gathers in the outside courtyard for the blessing of the palms. Then follow back inside for the remainder of the mass. Very traditional. I must mention they have some of the best singers in a choir I have ever heard. Must hear live. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillowBend56 Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 (edited) So how many downtown area Catholic churches are there? At least three?I know the Hispanic parish, St. Joseph's, is fairly close to downtown. It was well known in the 1970s for its "mariachi" Mass. Isn't Annunciation church a Nicholas Clayton design? [Oops! That was mentioned above.] Edited October 8, 2008 by WillowBend56 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted October 8, 2008 Author Share Posted October 8, 2008 So how many downtown area Catholic churches are there? At least three?I know the Hispanic parish, St. Joseph's, is fairly close to downtown. It was well known in the 1970s for its "mariachi" Mass. Isn't Annunciation church a Nicholas Clayton design? [Oops! That was mentioned above.] I can only name the Roman Catholic churches/cathdedrals. If St Joseph is the one near Houston Ave then.. 1. St. Joseph 2. Annunciation Church on Texas Ave 3. Our Lady of Guadalupe on Navigation 4. The very GRAND Sacred Heart Co-Cathedral (and old one) There is a very tiny one in the basement on Main Street next door to CVS? If it still there? Many of us office workers used to all go there once a yr for Ash Wednesday but that is the only time. Cant think of the name though. If you blink you miss it. Very rare for such a mad world just up above. Annunciation is in real need of another overhaul. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillowBend56 Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 Did the Diocese ever have Christ the King processions through downtown or elsewhere? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poppahop Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 That is so cool. I am happy to report that the church still retains and follows traditional mass and the long time parisoners for the most part still bring the whole family. On recent Palm Sunday everyone gathers in the outside courtyard for the blessing of the palms. Then follow back inside for the remainder of the mass. Very traditional. I must mention they have some of the best singers in a choir I have ever heard. Must hear live. There is also St. Nicholas (2508 Clay; est. 1887, oldest traditionally black parish in town) and Holy Rosary in Midtown. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted October 8, 2008 Author Share Posted October 8, 2008 There is also St. Nicholas (2508 Clay; est. 1887, oldest traditionally black parish in town) and Holy Rosary in Midtown.Thank you for adding that, in that I guess St Nicholas and Holy Rosary are Roman Catholic? Sounds like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted October 8, 2008 Author Share Posted October 8, 2008 Did the Diocese ever have Christ the King processions through downtown or elsewhere? Our Lady of Guadalupe is one of the only ones I know of that still are hardcore "traditional" if thats what you are eluding to. Thats what some of us still love about them. Annunciation does or used to go out in the Garden for the Easter "Blessing of the Palms" but that was before they yanked out the garden and placed or enlarged the Girls shool next door. I just personally draw the line when they encourage parishoners to join in the anti abortion protests. Too dangerous and whole new topic. I personally always wanted to go into every church in downtown (regardless of faith) and see what I (and hundreds of others) have been missing out on for decades/years. I respect any and all denominations and its the architecture that fuels my interest anyway! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted October 14, 2008 Author Share Posted October 14, 2008 Did the Diocese ever have Christ the King processions through downtown or elsewhere? I think this is the kind of very traditional procession you are referring to although in Spain its still Roman Catholic. If you recall there was a scene in The Talented Mr Ripley where the same procession is seen but in Italia. It saddens me somewhat that mass has become so "modern" that everyone has lost the true protocol, most church's now are like a night at a typical stadium. Lost its origins big time. Your lucky to even fine ONE in Latin! Oops! other topic I know. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 I think this is the kind of very traditional procession you are referring to although in Spain its still Roman Catholic. If you recall there was a scene in The Talented Mr Ripley where the same procession is seen but in Italia. It saddens me somewhat that mass has become so "modern" that everyone has lost the true protocol, most church's now are like a night at a typical stadium. Lost its origins big time. Your lucky to even fine ONE in Latin! Oops! other topic I know. Holy Rosary used to have Latin mass. Maybe they still do; I wouldn't know since I was excommunicated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted October 14, 2008 Author Share Posted October 14, 2008 Holy Rosary used to have Latin mass. Maybe they still do; I wouldn't know since I was excommunicated. Like in ex-punged? persona non Grata? Carpe diem! Seize the moment and enjoy the day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted December 11, 2008 Author Share Posted December 11, 2008 This time of year most Catholic Churches, Basilicas & Catedrales have the whole alter areas decorated with Christmas trees and tiny lights. Annunciation has always done a beautiful job. The scent of freshly cut trees, yes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robhan Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Before Midtown was called Midtown Holy Rosary was considered a Downtown parish. They have a latin.english Mass at 9:30 AM on Sundays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted December 29, 2008 Author Share Posted December 29, 2008 Before Midtown was called Midtown Holy Rosary was considered a Downtown parish. They have a latin.english Mass at 9:30 AM on Sundays. I have a question. Is it only Roman Catholics that have Midnight Mass on Christmas eve? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cypressgal Posted January 1, 2009 Share Posted January 1, 2009 I have a question. Is it only Roman Catholics that have Midnight Mass on Christmas eve? Not anymore, there's a Lutheran and Methodist church near me who have Midnight Services... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i_am_jim Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 In style of great European churches. Begun 1867 when Father Querat bought old Harris County Courthouse to get bricks for the foundation; completed 1874. Sacristy and steeple were added 1881-1884 from plans of Nicholas J. Clayton, a leading Texas architect of the late 19th century. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillowBend56 Posted February 17, 2013 Share Posted February 17, 2013 After seeing it for many years, I finally attended mass at Annunciation on February 3--a Novus Ordo mass, in fact. Before mass, a couple who married there in 1950 came back for photographs and renewal of their vows.What a gem! Definitely a Nicholas Clayton design. It's a smaller space inside than it looks from the outside. I noticed none of the windows opened . I wonder if that was the case before air conditioning came along.The adjacent Incarnate Word Academy looks relatively new. When was it rebuilt? Wasn't there a parish school in the same block? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plumber2 Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 After seeing it for many years, I finally attended mass at Annunciation on February 3--a Novus Ordo mass, in fact. Before mass, a couple who married there in 1950 came back for photographs and renewal of their vows.What a gem! Definitely a Nicholas Clayton design. It's a smaller space inside than it looks from the outside. I noticed none of the windows opened . I wonder if that was the case before air conditioning came along.The adjacent Incarnate Word Academy looks relatively new. When was it rebuilt? Wasn't there a parish school in the same block? Incarnate Word Academy rebuilt it's buildings in the late 1980's, after selling the Mother House Convent and adjacent former Marian High School campuses in Bellaire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
concord977 Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 While editing this photo of the steeple, I noticed that the vertical lines don't line up with the building behind it. Is it just me, or . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(Otto Mation) Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 ✈ concord⁹⁷⁷ has added a photo to the pool: The photo is level. It is the steeple that is leaning to the right!© Curt Littlejohn / ✈ concord⁹⁷⁷ / aviationcolors✈ More Aviation Photos, grouped by Aircraft Type✈✈ More Aviation Photos, grouped by Airport Location★★ More Non-Aviation Photos, grouped by City Click here to view this photo at the HAIF Photo Pool on Flickr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avossos Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 You are correct. Pretty sure they just did some sort of work on this too 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
102IAHexpress Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 The church will close down and undergo some major renovations March of this year. Mass will be held at Holly Cross Chapel on Main Street during the renovations. I don't remember all the renovations being done, but I think the church bulletin mentioned something related to hurricane Ike damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate99 Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 The subject has popped up on the Nau Center thread, but it looks like they are staring work now to move the old house over (looks like foundation piers were poured and the blocks with rebar are being built right now). 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate99 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monarch Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 ^^^ gorgeous illustration! however, what are they trying to accomplish here? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate99 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 ^^^ gorgeous illustration! however, what are they trying to accomplish here? http://annunciationcc.org/ 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cspwal Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 (edited) It looks like they moved that house to the corner from where it was Edit:Or I could have just waited for Nate99 to answer all questions Edited September 29, 2015 by cspwal 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate99 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 It looks like they moved that house to the corner from where it was They did. They poured a foundation with integrated piers rising up from the ground. They just recently moved the house over the piers. It is not off of the moving rig yet, however. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monarch Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 ^^^ oh wow! much obliged for the update nate99! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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