Will the church, inside and outside, be architecturally traditional or modern? If traditional, will the statues, stations of the cross, etc., (from SH and CC) be incorporated in the new structure?

This is a question that was actually answered by the parishioners! Last year the design team asked parishioiners to give their input on what they like about the Holy Trinity worshipsites and what parishioners didn't like. The design team then utilized this information to guide them.

The information gathered overwhelmingly indicated that staying with a more traditional design for Holy Trinity Catholic Church would be the best route. A traditional design would help to maintain a Catholic identity in Webster County, but also throughout northwestern Iowa. The decision was made to move forward with a Latin cross design, though a bit shorter than one see's in older churches. Additionally the use of three's was chosen to emphasize the Trinity.

The team chose to not have columns in the interior so as not to impede the view of parishioners. The shorter design of the Latin cross allows for a more personal setting and engagement in the Eucharistic celebration. A large Baptismal font is designed to be placed as you move from the spacious narthex area to the entrance of the church.

There is still much work to be done on the interior design. The design team would like to utilize statues, stations and other artwork from the various Holy Trinity worship sites, including the oratories. First though, the facilities committee needs to determine what will be done with our existing facilities. The facilities committee is gathering information, along with prayerfully discerning, how to move forward with our current worship sites.

If you have statues or other artwork you would like to see utilized in the Holy Trinity Catholic Church be sure to let us know!



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