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"... St. Raphael's was founded by Reverend Alexander Macdonell (Knoydart, Glengarry, Scotland) in 1786 when he along with 608 Scottish Highland pioneers, migrated to the area to begin a new life..."

"... The Ruin of St. Raphael’s Roman Catholic Church National Historic Site of Canada is an evocative stone ruin set within a pastoral ecclesiastical landscape in South Glengarry County, Ontario. In 1970, St. Raphael’s roof, its 1830s tower and all of its 1900 interior decoration were destroyed by fire. The outer walls were spared and thus its plan, impressive scale and fine masonry work were preserved..."
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bookish

Thanks for dropping by, Chrissie. Never saw the church when intact. Though we had once visited the area prior to the fire, we had never actually been to St. Raphael's which is mostly bucolic.

bookish

Hi Janet. Apparently the authorities never did find source of fire.

bookish

Hi Suzy, pots of same red flowers strategically placed throughout church. Nice touch.

foxymoron

Thank you, Francine for another slice of history from your country. They certainly built on a grand scale back then. It must have taken ages to build when you consider all the masonry work. I imagine it would still be standing were it not for the fire destruction. I'm glad what was left was preserved and the new church was built alongside the old.

jan42ful

A beautiful view, thanks Francine, that fire must have been terrible. Hugs, janet

pumpkinhead

Love the close up of the stone work in this one. With the red flowers, it is very welcoming .

bookish

Hi Shirley. Glad you saw it. The patchwork is obvious but was so necessary. I also think so ~ bell is at front entrance welcoming everyone. Thanks for dropping by.

Shian2

It sure was fine masonry work, love stone work, and the bell is right at home there were it is, Thanks, Francine.

bookish

My pleasure, Jacki. Glad you found it of interest.

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Two photos of bell.

bookish

Ardy, three bells. I'll post a private photo to show you a closer look, should you be interested. Back in a minute. (Bells always remind me of you.)

bluebird42

Nice series Francine. Thanks.

ringleader

Was there just one bell in the tower? They were usually hung from wooden beams which would have burned in the fire allowing the bell to drop - and they are heavy!!! Thanks, Francine.

bookish

Hi Laura. Assume it was placed there during restorations.

laurajane

Did the bell fall there?

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