Clifton Hill, VIC - St John the Baptist Catholic

Year Built: 1876

Denomination: Roman Catholic

Saint: John the Baptist

Address: 61 Queens Parade, Clifton Hill, Victoria, 3068

Architect: J. B. Denny

Traditional Owners: Wurundjeri people

Last Updated: 13/07/2024

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History and Architecture:

Construction commenced in 1876 and by July the walls were being erected. The Foundation stone was laid in 1876. The Architect was J.B. Denny. The spire was added in 1907.

Clergy:

This list may not contain every serving cleric, past or present, for this church.
Further submissions welcomed.

Years Name Annotation D.o.B D.o.D
2024 - Rev Father Cassius Correya approx date
2024 - Rev Father Peter Varengo Asst approx date

Organ:

The Organ was built in 1924 by George Fincham & Sons. It had 2 manuals, 24 speaking stops, 8 couplers, tubular-pneumatic action. Reeds by Alfred Palmer & Son. It has Gt: 8.8.8.8.4.4.2.8. Sw: 16.8.8.8.8.4.4.2.8.8.8. Ped: 16.16.16.8.8.
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Source:

1. Organ Historical Trust of Australia with permission.