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St. Francis Xavier Church
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The Buildings
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The Altars
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Center Altar
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Francis Xavier
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St. Francis Assisi
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The Masterpieces
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Sanctuary Paintings
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Shrine Areas
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Stations of the Cross
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Communion Rails
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Windows
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Pictures
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The Crypt
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1998 Restoration
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The oil paintings, housed in the three altars, are the work of
the Italian Renaissance artist, Guido Reni (1575-1642). These three paintings
are dated 1601. Both the Smithsonian and Vantican each have works by Reni in
their collections. These paintings were a gift from Father Helias' mother who
was the Countess of Lens. The superior general of the Jesuit order brought them
to this country from Europe in 1846. The central altar is adorned with a work
entitled "The Flagellation". On the left side altar is a painting of St. Francis
Xavier, our parish patron. The right side altar house the painting of St.
Francis of Assisi, one of the most beloved saints. We are proud to have these
historic masterpieces restored and on permanent display in our church.
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