Modeled after San Vitale in Vienna which in turn was modeled after the Church of Holy Sepucher in Jerusalem. The symbolism attached to the dome represented the heavenly sphere and divinity was appropriate both for the place ...

Entrance into the lobby of this very sleek contemporary building

One wonders if Calvin was able to appreciate their beauty as well as their Biblical scenes.

In the peace of Sainte Germaine (1568) four fortified cities, including Saumur were given to the Huguenots. These fortified cities allowed the Huguenots to worship in safety and peace.

Wädenswill is obviously an auditory church with an emphasis on preaching. Note the ranges of pews in the balcony which wraps around three sides of the church.

The cemetery surrounding St Mariens was of great interest to the members of the tour.

Lake Constance, fed by the Rhine, empties at the Rhine Falls.

The rental of the entire Foyer gave us access to its many ammenities including the living area.

Begun by Bishop Bardo in 1036 it was reconstructed by Henry IV in 1081. The present west end was completed between 1200 and 1250. Initially the cathedral continued the two choir format.

This Romano-Gothic church was built at the end of the 12th century was the scene of the ecclesial conflict which ultimately resulted in an emigration and Western Theological Seminary in Michigan and the visitors of the WCTS.