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When Modernism Took A Pew At St. Francis De Sales
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When Modernism Took A Pew At St. Francis De Sales

St. Francis de Sales church on 47th and Springfield broke from tradition in the late 1960’s when former pastor Father John McNamee hired Venturi Scott Brown to re-conceptualize the sanctuary’s altar with a dramatic Modern design. The experiment was too radical for most and was taken down within a year. Dan Papa has the background on the controversial project and gives an exclusive look inside the stunning sacred space

West Philly Skyline Domes Restored
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West Philly Skyline Domes Restored

$2.5 million renovation of the historic domes of St. Francis de Sales in West Philly nears completion


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