Lavender Bay, NSW - St Francis Xavier Catholic
Year Built: 1881
Denomination: Roman Catholic
Saint: Francis Xavier
Address: 17 McKenzie Street, Lavender Bay, New South Wales, 2060
Architect: William W Wardell
Architectural Style: Gothic Revival
Traditional Owners: Cammeraygal people
Last Updated: 31/03/2024
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History and Architecture:
The Church was built of sandstone with slate roof and copper spire in Gothic Revival style and was designed by William Wardell. Opened in 1881 as a Catholic school with four classrooms. Large stained glass window, some 20m x 5m, executed by Stephen Moore in 1964. Arched colonnade to Mackenzie Street added in 1964.
Clergy:
There are currently no clergy recorded for this church. Submissions are welcomed.
Organ:
The Organ was built in 1864 by J.W. Walker of London for St Mary's Anglican Church, Waverley. Installed in St Francis c.1890. Resstored in 1960's by A. Jones. Removed and installed Tyburn Convent, Riverstone in 1988.
Source:
1. Organ Music Society of Sydney with permission.