Marble altar shipped out from Italy for new Catholic church built 1914/1915. Altar donated by Mr and Mrs John O'Beirne. Photograph taken in 1990.Colour photo of altar in St Peter's Catholic Church, Linton."The Last Supper St Peter's Church, Linton"st peter's catholic church linton, o'beirne family

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St. Peter's Church of England, Whitehorse Road, Box HillB&w photost. peter's church of england, churches, anglican church, whitehorse road

Laying of the foundation stone at St. Peter's Anglican ChurchBlack and white photost. peter's church of england, churches, anglican church, foundation stones

St Peter's Catholic Church Linton, built in 1914. Date of photograph not known.Sepia, white mounted photograph of St Peter's Catholic Church, Linton.Stamped on back of card mount: "T.W. Nelson, Linton".st peter's catholic church linton

Photograph of laying of foundation stone for St. Peter's Church, Box Hill. Frank Mellor, choirmaster (right side); Archbishop Booth in right of image; Sir Edmund Herring; Mr. Daniel (senior) left of parapet; Mr. E.D. Daniel- centre of parapet; Mr. M.E. Daniel (with glasses) - far right of parapet. (March 1952?)B&w photochurches, foundation stones, monuments and memorials, mellor> frank, archbishop booth, herring> edmund (sir), daniel> - mr. (sr.), daniel> e.d., daniel> m.e., st. peter's anglican church

St Peter's Church was established in 1861 in the school house. In 1864 the question of building a church was seriously discussed. A foundation stone for the church was laid on 16 November 1864 by Bendan S. Hassell. The architect was Charles Davenport Cuthbert; the trustees were Somerville Learmonth, W.P. Whitcombe, Robert Wynne and J.B. McQuie. The church building committee consisted of Horace walker, J.S. Carver, John M. Fisher, Robert Williams, Thomas Gibson, John E. Hodgson and W. Lindisay Richardson. The foundation stone of the Soldier's Chapel was laid on 06 April 1917. The beautiful stained glass in the chapel was donated by Mrs W. Tunbridge and H.C. Curwen-Walker, in memory of their sons who were killed during World War One. In 1929 a new three manual organ by London's Hill, Norman and Beard was installed. It was the first in Ballarat with electro-pneumatic action.White soft covered booklet outlining the first 100 years of St Peter's Anglican Church, Ballarat. The book includes information on each of the ministers until 1961, a programme of the Centenary Celebrations, and black and white photographs of the exterior and interior of the church. Images include the Pittard Memorial Windows, the Crocker Memorial Windows and baptistry, and H.W.H. Adeney.st peter's anglican church ballarat, churches, religion, charles d. cuthbert, stained glass, w. tunbridge, h.c. curwen-walker

The Gothic church designed by the architect William Wardell (1823 – 1899) in a manner strongly influenced by the English architect Charles Hansom, but later degraded by the rebuilding of the west end after the collapse of the west wall and turret. The church is a simple form with a five bay gabled nave containing geometric decorated gothic windows and stepped buttressing. The gable roof is covered in slate and the sidewalls constructed of rough-hewn local stone. Originally, the church had a tower in the southwest corner but this was demolished due to earth movement resulting from tunnelling for gold in the town. Originally part of the Melbourne Diocese, St Peter’s Parish Daylesford become part of the Ballarat Diocese February 1992. Priests (from Wikipedia with corrections such as adding Fr Humphrey Moynehan) Years Name Annotation D.o.B D.o.D 1861 - 1862 Father John Galvin Williams 1892 1862 - 1871 Father P. Slattery 1903 1869 - Father Timothy M. O'Callaghan applied for leave 1878 1903 1871 - 1874 Father David Barry 1872 - 1874 Father Nicholas Bassetto Italian Augustine 1884 1875 - 1899 Father M. C. Gough 1845 1923 1877 - 1879 Father P. Quigley 1879 - 1880 Father D. Nelan 1880 - Father D. O'Callaghan 1881 - 1889 Father D. Quilter 1884 - 1884 Father J. V. Grant 1903 1884 - 1885 Father T. J. Egan 1888 1886 - 1888 Father W. Hartnett 1932 1889 - 1890 Father Malone 1890 - 1892 Father Michael P. Curran 1892 - 1893 Father Thomas S. Collins 1924 1893 - 1895 Father James Bryne 1938 1895 - 1896 Father Matthew Brady 1896 - 1899 Father P. M. McGee 1944 1899 - 1899 Father Thomas Considine 1931 1899 - 1900 Father M. Heaney 1900 - 1903 Father W. Hartnett 1932 1900 - 1913 Father James J. Malone 1948 1907 - Father John Joseph Cusack 4 months 1917 1913 - 1917 Father James Byrne 1936 1916-19 - Father Humphrey Moynihan Assistant 1892 - 1967 1918 - Father Michael P. Curran 1933-1967 - Father Humphrey Moynihan Parish Priest 1892 - 1967 1955+ - Father F. Nolan Asst 1961+ - Father T. Murray 1962+ - Father Patrick Maye Asst 1967+ - Father Gregory Patrick Handley Administrator 1996 1968+ - Father Joseph Petrauakas Asst 1968+ - Father T. Murray 1977+ - Father W. O'Halloran Asst 1978+ - Father Clem Cafarella 1987 - 1993 Father Peter Priestley 1993 - 1993 Father Dan Torpy 1994 - 2003 Father John Fitzgerald 1899 2004 - 2012 Father Kevin Maloney 2013 - 2022 Father Gary Jones 2022 - 2024 Father Justin Driscoll 2024 - Father Marcello Colasante Colour photographs of St Peter's Catholic Church, Daylesford. Church plaque: Church of St Peter, Prince of the Apostles The foundation stone was laid on November 29th 1863 and the church was blessed and opened on May 14th 1865 by Most Rev. James Alipius Goold O.S.A., D.D. Bishop of Melbourne This stone was blessed to commemorate the 125th anniversary by Most Rev. Sir Thomas Francis Little, D.D., K.B.E. Archbishop of Melbourne May 20th 1990.catholic church, st peter's church, daylesford, daylesford, john mcmahon, catherine d'alton, avelino morganti, mary hetherington

St Peter’s Church Eaglehawk, Bendigo. The small crosses indicate those that never came back being 22.Honour Board rectangular shape pointed at the top with a cross on, timber construction, all text & markings in gold.“St Peter’s Honour Roll - For God and Country in the Great War 1914 - 1919”. Cross symbol, “Supreme Sacrifice” at the bottom.honour, st peters, roll

This photograph is from the Max Harris Collection held by the Ballaraat Mechanics' Institute. Please contact BMI for all print and usage inquiries.ballarat, st peter's church, leviathan

"ST. PETER'S CHURCH, DAYLESFORD Last Sunday his Grace the Archbishop confirmed a large number of children at St. Peter's Church, Daylesford. His Grace was assisted by Rev. J. J. Malone, P.P. The congregation included a large number of worshipers from outside districts. A short address delivered by the Archbishop was attentively listened to, and many were the expressions of congratulation extended to his Grace upon his recovery from the indisposition which had incapacitated him from active work recently. At the conclusion of Confirmation the children were treated to refreshments on the lawn in front of the presbytery A large number of parishioners dined with Fr. Malone, and the Archbishop renewed former acquaintanceships. In the evening a mission was opened by the Rev. J. O'Brien and Rev. J. Brown, of the Redemptorist Order. The mission will be concluded on Sunday next. The exercises have been well attended. The interior of this beautiful Gothic church has recently undergone complete decoration, and one of the features that have, received special attention is the stained-glass. The windows consist of eight- two-light with trefoil piece of tracery, and in each is designed one of the following figures:—St, Francis of Assisi, St. Francis Xavier, St. Augustine, St. Monica, St. Stanislaus, St. Aloysius, Our Lady, St. Joseph, St. Patrick, St. Bridget, St. Agnes, 'St. Rose of Lima, St. Ignatius, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Alplionsus Liguori, St. Thomas Aquinas. The figures are set, in medallions formed with richly designed Gothic ornament in the form of crockets surmounted by a cross and crown, while in the tracery immediately above the windows is a monogram of the names of the saints. The figures are richly coloured in glorious antique glass, with the ornamental detail in lovely mellow tones of old gold and pale yellow stains. The whole effect is rich and at the same time restrained in colour. At the base of each window is written the name of the donor. The whole of the work was designed and executed by Messrs. Brooks, Robinson and Co. limited, at their stained-glass studios, Elizabeth-street, Melbourne. The scheme is an original treatment, but at the same time strictly orthodox and Gothic in style. One feature of the work which must be apparent to those who are interested in stained-glass decoration is the maximum effect obtained with a minimum of expenditure." (Melbourne Advocate, 4 December 1909) A number of coloured photographs of the stained glass windows from the interior of St Peter's Catholic Church, Daylesford. The photographs were taken on the day of the 150th anniversary celebrations.brooks, robinson and co, stained glass, st peter's daylesford, church, daylesford, st alplionsus liguori, st thomas aquinas, religion, st agnes, st rose

Colour photograph of St Peter's Catholic Church Daylesford 150th Anniversary Cakest peter's catholic church, daylesford, st peter's, cake, 150, commemoration, anniversary

"The fine structure of St. Peter's, with its prettily-decorated interior, which holds crowded congregations at Holy Mass on Sundays, is alone an eloquent testimony of the piety and devotion which permeates the whole parish. Attached to the church is a circulating library, and Catholic papers and other literature are distributed at the church door. Branches of the H.A.C.B. Society and Catholic Federation are doing much good work. (Melbourne Advocate, 17 January 1914) "OPENING AND CONSECRATION OF THE NEW CATHOLIC CHURCH OF ST. PETER’S, DAYLESFORD Cross on St. Peter'sNotwithstanding the inclemency of the weather, the opening of the new Catholic Church of St. Peter’s, yesterday (Sunday), attracted a crowded congregation. Although the rain, which has poured almost incessantly for some days past, had left our roads and streets in the condition for which Daylesford is celebrated in winter weather, and although he storm and rain seemed to increase as the hour announced for the ceremonies approached, the church was filled by a large congregation, comprising all sects and denominations of Christians in and around the district. The beautiful edifice, erected mainly through the zeal, liberality and energy of the respected pastor, presented a most imposing appearance, and reflects infinite credit upon the Rev. Mr. Slattery, and the flock committed to his charge. The church was commenced in November 1863 and has been in the hands of the workmen up to the present time, work being uninterruptedly carried on. On commencing the foundations, it was necessary to excavate until solid clay was reached, which in consequence of the deep rich chocolate soil on the site of the building, had to be carried down to an average depth of 6 feet 6 inches. The foundations were laid with massive stones in courses of 12-inch, and four feet thick, reducing to 3 feet below the floor line. The style of the building is decorated Gothic, and consists of a nave, 80 feet by 30 feet in the clear, and a chancel 18 feet high; from floor line to apex of roof, 47 feet, which is elegantly constructed, consisting of six spans or frames with puncheons resting on carved corbels, low down between the windows. The north side consists of a handsome entrance, near the north-west angle, approached by nine steps of cut stone, and four bays of windows on nave, and a small door on side of chancel, intended as an entry from the sacristy. The south side presents a very handsome view to Victoria street, a beautiful porch entrance giving access to the building on the south-east end of nave; and on the south-west angle a handsome octagonal spire, terminating in an iron cross, with gilt floriations; the height of top of cross, from floor line, is 88 feet. A stone stairs gives access to the organ gallery and the belfry. The whole of the windows are of a handsome geometrical design, and carved in stone, with mullions and tracery, and glazed with amber-tinted glass, the chancel window being 15 feet high, and 8 feet wide. The chancel arch is unusually large, 27 feet St. Peter's interiorhigh and 18 feet wide, and handsomely moulded, and presents a fine appearance from the body of the church. The roof is stained a rich oak, with heavy cornice, and all the walls are smoothly plastered, and colored peach color, giving the amber-tinted glass a beautiful soft cathedral appearance to the interior. The altar is of a very chaste design, the panels being moulded with Gothic heads, and finished in white and gold; the altar rail was not completed, but is intended to be of polished cedar, with carved pillars. The interior fittings will be proceeded with immediately, and to complete the design, an organ gallery, with sittings for about 100 persons besides the choir, will be constructed on the west end. It is intended also to place pillar gaslights on each side of the main entrance, for lighting during vespers in winter. The style of architecture has been strictly carried out, and in the best and most substantial manner. The building has been erected under the superintendence of the architect Mr. John Townsend Brophy, a member of the congregation, and who has discharged his duty with great ability and care. The hour of half-past eleven has scarcely passed when from the sacristy entered His Lordship the Right Rev. Dr. Gould, Bishop of Melbourne, preceded by the Very Rev. Dean Hayes (Sandhurst), the Rev. P. J. Slattery, and a number of boys dressed in white surplices. The Right Reverend Prelate proceeded to the foot of the altar, the Very Rev. the Dean on his right, and the Rev. P. J. Slattery on the left. The prayers usual upon the occasion were read by the Bishop. A procession was then formed, and went around the church in the following order. Several youths bearing wax candles first, next the Very Rev. the Dean, then the Bishop and his train bearers, and following were the Rev. Mr. Slattery and acolytes. Having returned to the altar in the same order, the Deacon (Dean Hayes) and Sub-Deacon (Rev. P. J. Slattery) proceeded to robe his Lordship, who had taken his seat at the epistle side of the altar, for the solemn High Mass, at appropriate times wearing his mitre and bearing his crozier. The mass, which was chanted by the Bishop with touching simplicity and earnestness, was then commenced. The choir, under the direction of Mr. Meunsch, organist, was full and most effective. Mrs. Testar, of Melbourne, having generously offered her valuable services, took the leading soprano solos, and it is scarcely necessary to add, rendered them with exquisite taste and feeling – her beautiful voice being heard with great effect throughout the entire building. The choir consisted of the following ladies and gentlemen who volunteered to aid in the ceremonies upon this most interesting occasion. Ladies: Mrs. Tresar, soprano; Mrs. J.J. McCormick, alto; Miss Julia Conry, soprano; Mrs. Vincent, soprano; Mrs. Aitken, soprano. Gentlemen: H. Guthiel, tenor; Master John Murphy, tenor; James Knox, bass; J. M. Murphy, bass; Mr. Staunton, baritone; Mr. Sourby, alto; Mr. Short, bass. The chant, “Let us adore,” during the procession, was given by Mrs. Vincent with considerable power. The selection of the “Imperial Mass” (Haydn’s No. 3) was felicitous, and the highly artistic and finished manner in which the different parts were sustained, demonstrated that great and persevering care must have been bestowed on the preparation for “the opening day.” The “Kyrie” was given with the full strength and power of the choir. The swelling of the voices in complete harmony, and the pealing of the organ in the midst of incense and prayer, produced a most marked effect upon the congregation. In the “Gloria,” the solos of Mrs. Testar were really beautiful and Mrs. McCormick rendered the alto solos with considerable merit. Mr. Knox sang the part commencing with the words “Qui tolles” with much taste and power. The “Credo” than which we believe there is not a more magnificent piece of sacred music extant, was most successful in its rendering, nor do we ever remember to have heard anything more touching than the manner in which the line “Vetam Venturi in Seculi,” was given by Mrs. Testar. The offertory hymn “Come unto Me all ye that labor,” was given by Mrs. Testar with the most thrilling effect. The “Sanctus” having been sung, in which Mr. Sourby ably rendered an alto solo, the “Agnus Dei” was commenced with a solo by Mrs. McCormick and was given with great taste and feeling, Mrs. Testar, at the conclusion of the “Agnus,” taking up the soprano part. Mass being concluded, the Very Reverend Dean Hayes ascended the altar and proceeded to preach the opening sermon, taking as his text Second Paralipomenon [Chronicles II], 7th chapter and 16th verse – “For I have chosen and have sanctified this place that My hand may be there for ever, and My eyes and My heart may remain there perpetually.” St Peter's manseAt the close of the sermon a collection was made by the very reverend preacher, assisted by John Egan, Esq., Corinella, on behalf of the church, and about fifty pounds were contributed. When it is remembered that 500 tickets had been issues at 10s each, and the inclemency of the weather taken into consideration, the collection may be regarded as a large one. Benediction was sung by the Rev. P. J. Slattery, assisted by Dean Hayes, the choir singing the “O! Salutaris Hostia” and “Laudate.” Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus was sung at the termination of the ceremonies. The vestments issued at Benediction, as well as at the Mass, were of the most gorgeous and beautiful character. When the Benediction was over, the Rev. P. J. Slattery, standing at the front of the altar said– “I wish to say one or two words before the congregation leave. I feel most deeply indebted to all of you who have attended here today for the honor and glory of God, not withstanding the difficulties you had to encounter from this most inclement season. I am truly delighted at such a manifestation of feeling, and will not easily forget it.” The rev. gentleman having disrobed, thanked the members of the choir for their kindness in assisting at the ceremonies, and more especially Mrs. Testar, who had braved all the storm and rain to be present at, and give the advantage of her great musical abilities on, the “opening day.” (Daylesford Mercury, 15 May 1865.)A number of photographs of St Peter's Catholic Church, Daylesford, taken at the 150th anniversary celebration. st peter's catholic church daylesford, decoration, altar decoration, anniversary, daylesford, religion, painting, interior, slattery, gough, d'alton, mcmahon

In the 1850s ten percent of the Daylesford community spoke Italian, and were most usually Catholic. Digital images of Swiss and Italian descendants at the 150th anniversary of St Peter's Catholic Church, Daylesford.victoria, 150, anniversary, heritage, celebration, daylesford, people, crowd, community, swiss italian, catholic, church, st peter's, st peter's catholic church, daylesford, parishioners, descendents, swiss italian

Marble altar shipped out from Italy for new Catholic church built 1914/1915. Altar donated by Mr and Mrs John O'Beirne. Photograph taken in 1990.Colour photo front of altar, St Peter's Catholic Church, Linton. Depicts the Last Supper."Altar St Peter's R.C. Church, Linton".st peters catholic church linton, o'beirne family

Digital images showing Bishop Paul Bird blessing the sesquicentenary cross at St Peter's Catholic Church, Daylesford,victoria, 150, anniversary, heritage, celebration, daylesford, people, crowd, community, swiss italian, catholic, church, st peter's, st peter's catholic church, daylesford, parishioners, tinetti, taffe, gervasoni, bisjop paul bird

The church was designed by the architect William Wardell (1823 – 1899) in a manner strongly influenced by the English architect Charles Hansom.Black and white image of the sandstone Catholic church, St Peter's, Daylesford. The spire in this image fell into a mine and was never rebuilt. Church plaque: Church of St Peter, Princeof the Apostles The foundaiton stone was laid on November 29th 1863 and the church was blessed and opened on May 14th 1865 by Most Rev. James ALipius Goold O.S.A., D.D> Bishop of Melbourne This stone was blessed to commemorate the 125th anniversary by Most Rev. Sir Thomas Francis Little, D.D., K.B.E. Archbishop of Melbourne May 20th 1990.catholic church, st peter's church, daylesford, daylesford

Elizabeth Hogan was born at Inglewood. She married Gus Gervasoni of Daylesford. Their only child, John Hogan Gervasoni, weas born at Daylesford on 29 September 1929. Altar boy surplice worn by John Hogan Gervasoni at St Peter's Catholic Church, Daylesford. It was probably made by his mother Elizabeth Gervasoni (Hogan). The last image shows John Gervasoni wearing the surplice at his First Communion at St Peter's Daylesford. Maree Scheggia (later Sullivan) stands at the front right).elizabeth hogan, elizabeth gervasoni, bess gervasoni, john hogan gervasoni, altar boy, maree scheggia, maree sullivan, st peter's catholic church, daylesford, surplice

The church was designed by the architect William Wardell (1823 – 1899) in a manner strongly influenced by the English architect Charles Hansom.Colour photographs of the altar angel and stenciling at St Peter's, Daylesford. Church plaque: Church of St Peter, Princeof the Apostles The foundaiton stone was laid on November 29th 1863 and the church was blessed and opened on May 14th 1865 by Most Rev. James ALipius Goold O.S.A., D.D> Bishop of Melbourne This stone was blessed to commemorate the 125th anniversary by Most Rev. Sir Thomas Francis Little, D.D., K.B.E. Archbishop of Melbourne May 20th 1990.catholic church, st peter's church, daylesford, daylesford, stencils, angel

The church was designed by the architect William Wardell (1823 – 1899) in a manner strongly influenced by the English architect Charles Hansom.Colour photographs of the interior ad baptisimal font at St Peter's, Daylesford. Church plaque: Church of St Peter, Princeof the Apostles The foundaiton stone was laid on November 29th 1863 and the church was blessed and opened on May 14th 1865 by Most Rev. James ALipius Goold O.S.A., D.D> Bishop of Melbourne This stone was blessed to commemorate the 125th anniversary by Most Rev. Sir Thomas Francis Little, D.D., K.B.E. Archbishop of Melbourne May 20th 1990.catholic church, st peter's church, daylesford, daylesford, baptisimal font

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Two black and white photographs of a bride, Marlene Lilburne, daughter of Daylesford grocer Tol Lilburne. Marlene married a Sewell. marlene lilburne, st peter's catholic church daylesford, sewell

In 2015 St Peter's celebrated 150 years since it was established.Colour photograph of the Catholic Church in Daylesford. st peter's catholic church, daylesford, catholic church daylesford, catherine d'alton, john mcmahon, m.c. gough, archdeacan slatter, archdeacon slattery, rev. m.c. mahon, jack dixon, harry maddiks, peggy maddicks, paul gregory daglish, fr gary a. jones

Digital images of a priest during the 150th anniversary mass at St Peter's Dayelsford. The stunning altar decorations are visible in the photorgraphs.victoria, 150, anniversary, heritage, celebration, daylesford, people, crowd, community, swiss italian, catholic, church, st peter's, mass, interior, st peter's catholic church, daylesford, priest, celebrant, stencils, altar decorations

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Interior photograph of St Peter's Anglican Church, Ballarat looking towards the window, and showing timber pews st peters' ballarat, geoff biddignton, church