It was completed in 1993. The result of seven years of labor, the tympanum above the main doors is the work of Francis Aretz of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It reflects the general character of the 1918 woodwork in the cathedral, particularly the St. Mary Magdalen shrine at the north end. Originally designed by F. X. Zettler of the House of Littler, Royal Bavarian Institute in Munich, Germany, and installed in 1908, the windows in the body of the Cathedral were completely rebuilt in 1992 by Rohlf Studios of New York. The crossing over the altar contains panels of angels, as do the upper regions of the vaulting throughout the Cathedral. Join our experts for guided, on-site tours at the Cathedral or peruse our curated Virtual Visits content below to explore the Cathedral from home.

Wood carvings in the Cathedral were completed by famous sculptors. Advancing the Community of Tomorrow (ACT).

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It was designed by one of the great architects in America at the time, John Theodore Comes, and was inspired by the Spanish Gothic of the Middle Ages. The altar, the central element in a Catholic church and the focal point of liturgical events, is built of Carrara onyx and inlaid with glass mosaic.

The presiding priest's chair is second from the west end of the screen. They represent some of the most valuable and high quality elements in the Cathedral and have a notably Spanish Gothic character. They replace a set of stations painted in 1918 which had since deteriorated badly. The left mural depicts prominent Christian figures (St. Joan of Arc, St. Venatius, St. John the Baptist, St. Gregory, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Agnes, St. Pascal Baylon, St. Jerome. The gargoyles are primarily decorative, and do not serve as water spouts as do those on many of the cathedrals of Europe. On the side of the main sanctuary are two shrines: the Lady Chapel on the west and the Chapel of St. Joseph on the east.

The Cathedral's Romanesque exterior, composed of Utah sandstone, remains substantially the same today as it was upon completion in 1909.

The Cathedral's Portal of Paradise on the Western Facade is one of the most seen and most misunderstood features of this great building. By the mid 1980's, this organ had come to the end of its natural life and was replaced in 1992 by a new 77/79 rank mechanical action English-style organ built by Kenneth Jones and Associates of Bray, Ireland. The altar is visually related to the baptismal font, both in materials and style, symbolizing the close relationship between baptism and the Mass. Join us for the best sightseeing bus tour in Salt Lake City by making your reservations online at www.toursofutah.com.

These experiences are customized for the interests of the group and offer an in-depth study of the Cathedral, including its history, art, and architecture. Those in the reredos are by Johann Kirchmayer, considered the best wood carver in the United States. This interior was completed before Christmas, 1918. We invite you to learn more about the art, architecture, and history of this historic landmark and find your place at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine! The colorful murals in the sanctuary and transepts were added at that time, as was the ornate and dramatic coloration evident throughout the building. Please click the headline to see the article published in the Intermountain Catholic Newspaper about Mrs. Stuhff. Browse upcoming dates on our calendar. Emily Ohman (MCS '14) graduated from The University of California Berkeley this spring with a Bachelor of Science degree in Society and Environment, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography. It houses the statue acquired in 1993. The Dedication Crosses mark the twelve places on which the walls of the Cathedral were anointed with Oil of Chrism at its dedication on February 21, 1993. Click the headline to read the Deseret News coverage of this event by Kyle Dunphey.

The chancel area is divided from the Blessed Sacrament chapel by a chancel screen. At the north end of the Blessed Sacrament chapel is the tomb of the Right Reverend Lawrence Scanlan, the fist bishop of Salt Lake, under whose leadership the Cathedral was built. The relics signify the call to sainthood of all who approach Christ's table and the link across space and time between every eucharist. The building also had a seismic retrofit to bolster it against earthquake damage; Salt Lake City sits atop one of the longest and most active normal faults in the world.

The statue of St. Mary Magadalen, carved in the late 1940's by Canadian artist Gordon Newby, is also housed in this room. The Resurrection window also contains a medallion of Christ appearing to St. Mary Magdalen. Alumni Corner: What's the latest on MCS grads?

The St. Joseph Chapel on the west side has three carved nativity scenes depicting the annunciation to the Shepherds, the birth of Christ and the Adoration of the Magi. The cathedral is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Cathedral's Great Rose Window is one of our most iconic elements, even inspiring our logo, but from the ground it's easy to miss all of the details that make this window truly unique. 100% of the proceeds from this event will be used for life-saving supplies for the people in Ukraine. The Michael bell reads "The time of earth will pass away, but not the time of heaven.". It is the focal point of this chapel. So the father and son each took a block of wood and facing one another, carved the likeness of the other. On this adventurous tour, climb over 124 feet of spiral staircases to get up close to our Guastavino tile, stained glass, and remarkable architecture! Represented around this scene are (clockwise form the top) St. Gregory, St. Matthew, St. Jerome, St. Mark, St. Augustine, St. Luke, St. Ambrose, and St. John. The tomb was adapted from the high altar used in the Cathedral from 1918-1965. The Choristers of the Madeleine Choir School joined local musicians from the University of Utah, Utah Symphony | Utah Opera, several members of the Utah Ukrainian Association, as well as British-American singer, dancer, and actor, Alex Boy for an evening of prayer and music in solidarity with the Ukrainian people. It stands on a chancel (marble floor) designed to highlight and heighten its centrality and significance. Mailing Address: Worship services are held daily at various times and comprehensive public tours of the interior, conducted by their staff, are available typically on Sundays at noon. Click headline for more Concerts and Performances by The Choristers of the Madeleine Choir School, Music and Arts at the Cathedral of the Madeleine. Exceptions are the removal of the original stained glass windows in the sanctuary and the addition of a tympanum over the main doors. On the east side is the statue of St. Anthony of Padua, carved by Henry Schmitt of Buffalo in 1918. The dedication crosses originate from the Cathedral's earlier consecration in 1936.

Join a Cathedral Educator for a guided tour of the Cathedral's highlights. This included the renovation of the liturgical elements of the Cathedral to bring them into conformity with he liturgical reforms that followed Vatican Council II. Several sculptors in the same family worked on the Cathedral and one father and son pair regretted not having anyplace to leave their signature. Each gargoyle, made by University of Utah art student Peter Cole, represents a petrified combination of a bird, a dog and a cat. There are many ways to experience and explore the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Two original bells were cast at the Maryland Brass Foundry in 1917. In developing each scene, the artist uses flowers, animals and various symbolic elements to draw out its meaning and significance.

At the back of the chancel in front of the screen is the bishop's chair or cathedra. Email our Public Education Office at [emailprotected]. For info on private group tours of the Cathedral, please contact our Public Education Office at [emailprotected].

Installed in 1993, the new windows celebrate two of the most important achievements of the Second Vatican Council: the ecumenical movement, symbolized by the standard ecumenical emblem, and the church's commitment to dialogue with the modern world, symbolized by the United Nations' symbol and the words "Lumen Gentium" referring to the church as the light to the nations. the first interior (1909-1918) was quite simple with white walls and green columns. To the right and left of the bishop's chair are deacon stools and seating for concelebrating clergy.

Salt Lake City, UT 84111, Click here to visit our Google My Business Profile. The mural in the west transept is of the woman (traditionally identified as Mary Magdalene) washing the feet of Jesus. It also contains six original stained glass windows from the early part of this century and two new windows described as the "Vatican II windows." At the center is the figure of Christ on the Cross, with God the Father and the Holy Spirit above.

The centrality of the altar is further defined by four large chandeliers that hang in its vicinity. The interior of the Cathedral has gone through three phases. Between 1975 and 1980, under the leadership of Joseph Lennox Federal, sixth Bishop of Salt Lake City, exterior renovations took place, including a new copper roof and work to restore and preserve the porous sandstone exterior from further erosion. The last of these is portrayed in the large west transept window, at the top of which is a scene of the woman, reputed to be St. Mary Magdalen, washing the feet of Jesus. The baptismal font, made of Carrara onyx and glass mosaic, combines a traditional-style upper font with a lower font.

At the rear of the Cathedral above the organ is the great Rose Window depicting St. Cecilia, patroness of music, surrounded by angels with musical instruments. The carvings remain a fitting signature to the ingenuity and talent of these sculptors. The font, dedicated in 1993, combines the symbolism of the octagon (signifying the "eighth day" of eternity), the cross (signifying Jesus' death and resurrection) and, at the center of the lower font, an ornate pattern that can read as paradise, a crown, the sun, the tree of life, or the axis mundi (center of the world.)

The frames of the stations were carved and installed in 1918 by William F. Ross and Company of East Cambridge, Massachusetts. In 1909, a 27 rank electro-pneumatic organ was built and installed by the Kimball Company of Chicago. A Catholic church built in 1909, the Cathedral of the Madeleine displays Romanesque architectural style on the outside and Gothic style on the inside. This architecture workshop for children helps you reduce, reuse, andbuild your very own Cathedral using the same principals that built our great structure. The organ, which has 4,066 pipes, stands in a Gothic case designed to match the woodwork installed in the Comes interior of 1918. The coats of arms of the eight bishops of the diocese are also found in the walls of the transepts.

Have you heard the urban legend that there used to be a subway station under the Cathedral? Stained glass is a playground for the sun, and if you've ever visited the Cathedral on a winter afternoon, you know that the combination of sun and glass means apparent rainbows about. Around this scene are (clockwise from the top) St. Farancis de Sales, St. Agnes, St. Stephen, St, Ignatius, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Bernard, St. Vincent de Paul, and St. Monica. Student choristers from the Madeleine Choir School traveled to Washington, D. C. February 4 through 7 where they performed in services and concerts, including a memorial concert for Dr. Leo Nestor, who served as Director of Music at The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for many years. The Cathedral's Ruth Whaley explains how light plays an important role in the experience and structure of our building. Click the headline to read more about Audrey's story.

Keenan Lins (MCS '14) graduated this spring from Columbia Universitys Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Sciences with a Bachelor of Science in Earth and Environmental Engineering. The Purk sisters received MBA degrees from rivaling #1 Business Schools as ranked by US News and World Report this year. Formerly the baptistery, the chapel is on the east side of the main exit from the Cathedral. The murals at the front of the Cathedral were designed and painted by Felix Lieftuchter in 1918. The carved figures are those of St. Nicholas Toletino (left top); St. Anthony the Great (left center); St. James the Great (left bottom); St. Martin (right top); St. Dominic (right center); and St. Sylvester (right bottom).

In the 1975 restoration, eight new steel-reinforced gargoyles, weighing 1,200 pounds each, were placed on the Cathedral. For info on private, socially-distanced group tours of the Cathedral, check our Hours & Information. They generally follow a revised (and more biblical) version of the stations produced by the Vatican in 1975 and issued in various versions since then. To celebrate #NationalTakeAWalkInTheParkDay on March 30, we created a virtual walk through the Cathedral's Close with a spotlight on Artist in Residence Greg Wyatt's Peace Fountain. The windows on the west side (from back to front) portray the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary (The Annunciation, The Visitation, The Nativity, The Presentation of Jesus, and the Finding of the Child Jesus in the Temple). The two confessionals at the rear of the cathedral originally carved by William F. Ross and Company of East Cambridge, Massachusetts, and installed in 1918, were reconstructed in 1993 to more ample proportions to facilitate both face-to-face confession and confession behind a screen. The new stations, starting at the northeast end of the building, begin with Jesus in the Garden of Olives and end with the burial of Christ. In the east transept there is portrayed the appearance of Jesus to Mary Magdalene following the Resurrection. The Striking blue and starred ceiling over the Blessed Sacrament chapel signifies the vault of heaven. A notable element of the organ is the Fanfare Trumpet that extends from the front of the choir gallery. The cathedral appears essentially the same today as it did in 1909, a wonderful use of Utah sandstone. Take at least a few minutes to gaze upon the Cathedral of the Madeleine, it will be one of the more memorable things to do in Salt Lake City for those who appreciate architecture. They represent a combination of Byzantine, Spanish Gothic, and modern styles. Mia Michelson-Bartlett, manager of visitor services, walks us through some of the more interesting parts of the fourth largest rose window in the world. 2008-2020 The Cathedral of the Madeleine331 E. South Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111-1226Phone (801) 328-8941EmailemailProtector.addCloakedMailto("ep_3abbd5a1", 0); The Madeleine Choir School Catholic Diocese of Salt Lake City Intermountain Catholic, 331 E. South Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111-1226, 5:00 PM Sunday Mass and 7:00 PM Sunday Mass (Espaol), 8:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM (Espaol), 6:00 PM, Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God - January 1st Masses: 8:30 AM, 11:00 AM & 3:00 PM (Espaol); Anticipated Mass: 5:15 PM December 31st, 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 Noon & 3:00 PM (Espaol) (No 6:00 PM Mass). At the bottom of the Cross are a pelican and her children, symbolizing Christ's sacrifice since the pelican feeds its young with its own blood. The second interior was created under the leadership of Joseph S. Glass, who became the second Bishop of Salt Lake City in 1915.

The gargoyles were also replaced at that time.

The Cathedral Bells are rung and pealed to announce worship services and celebrate joyous occasions, or they are tolled to call mourners to prayer. St. Helena, St. Stephen), and the right mural depicts Old Testament figures (Adam and Eve, Isaiah, Ester, Ruth, Melchizedek, Moses, David, St. Anne, Judith). The Cathedral of the Madeleine is featured on the Salt Lake City Tour and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Tour. Explore what the Cathedral looked like in 2014, during Phoenix: Xu Bing at the Cathedral. Audrey is on the list of 10 Para Swimmers to watch in Portugal. The lower font responds to the efforts of the Second Vatican council to restore early Christian baptismal practices and accommodates both the pouring of water and immersion. These, along with the other chandeliers and light fixtures, were designed by Roger Morgan of New York and installed in 1993. Inside the inner back doors are shrines to two saints well known for their charitable work.

These shrines symbolize the cathedral's commitment to charity and service to the poor. Above the main altar on each side of the picture of Mary Magdalene, the Kirchmayer statues represent founders of religious orders: on the east, Benedict, Clare and Dominic; and, on the west, Ignatius of Loyola, Terese of Avilla and Francis of Assisi. Seth Brown (MCS '13) graduated from Georgetown University in December 2021 with a degree in Philosophy and Studio Art. The placement of the altar at the crossing marks its identity as the center and heart of the Cathedral.

Watch Episode 1 >Watch Episode 2 >Watch Episode 3 >Watch Episode 4 >. On the west is a statue of St. Vincent de Paul, the founder of the Vincentians (the order to which Bishop Glass belonged), carved in 1993 by Agrell and Thorpe, Ltd., Sausalito, California. See all dates on our calendar. Browse upcoming dates on our calendar.

Wondering what to do with all those cardboard boxes and empty toilet paper rolls laying around? Explore the secrets of the Cathedrals history, architecture, and artwork from the Great Bronze Doors to the seven Chapels of the Tongues.

These windows exhibit a distinctly different style of stained glass from that in the body of the church. Click HERE for a breathtaking panoramic virtual tour of the interior. The linen folds on his carvings are a characteristic trademark of Kirchmayer. The two windows in the Blessed Sacrament chapel were designed by George W. Sotter of Pittsburgh in 1918 and display images of the twelve apostles. They then affixed these two carvings to the sedilla (seat or bench for presiders at Mass), which now serves as the ambry (place of reservation for the holy oils). Rain or shine, every weekend of the Spring and Summer! Seth is currently employed as a digital designer at House of V, based out of Las Vegas, Nevada. 369 East 900 South #400 Above the chair is the bishop's coat of arms. In this video, we show you how you can texture rubbings in your own home--a fun craft project for an indoor day that can help you see your space in a whole new way! Click on the photo above to enlarge it and notice the gargoyles perched near the top of the two towers. Each tour is different, so you never know what you will learn! The windows on the east side (from front to back), beginning with the large east transept window, depict the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary (The Resurrection, The Ascension, The Descent of the Holy Spirit, The Assumption of Mary, and The Crowning of Mary as Queen of Heaven). The stations combine elements of traditional iconography and American Southwestern coloration within a postmodern style. In this four part series, senior guide Tom Fedorek takes a closer look at the Portal to get beyond the misconceptions.

Senior Guide Tom Fedorek tackles another one of the most asked questions at the Cathedral: Who is St. John the Divine?

The Cathedral offers the option to schedule a private tour with an expert Educator. The brass tabernacle proper is in the shape of a building and is inspired by the design of the north end of the cathedral exterior. 369 East 900 South #400 A favorite activity for workshops at the Cathedral is for groups to make texture rubbings from surfaces inside our great building in the tradition of pilgrims across the world. The altar contains relics of St. Gratus, Bishop of Aosta in Piedmont, Northern Italy, who died in 457, and St. Fenusta, an early Roman martyr buried in the Roman catacombs. The Founders' Day Concert Showcases MCS Alumni Talent, 205 First Avenue, Salt Lake City, UT 84103.

Four bells, named after Saints Joseph, Mary, Cecilia and Michael, are housed in the west tower. Explore the 11-acres of the Cathedral Close and learn all about the buldings, gardens, and creatures that make this oasis so special. Also painted by Felix Lieftuchter, it represents the influence of modern art on the artist's work. The fourteen Stations of the Cross were painted by Utah artist Roger (Sam) Wilson in 1992 and 1993.

Madonna and Child by Utah artist Avard Fairbanks. The original gargoyles placed on the Cathedral in 1917 weathered and eroded to the extent that hey were nonexistent by 1930. The statues are of St. Lawrence (right top); St. Bernard (right center); St Bonaventure (right bottom); St. Bartholomew (left top); the Cure of Ars (left center); and St. Blaise (left bottom). The lower baptismal font is patterned after fonts used in the early centuries of the Catholic Church. And be sure to keep an eye on our calendar for information about upcoming digital and in-person programming, including Vertical Tours, Close Looking Salons, family holiday workshops and more. Under the leadership of William K. Weigand, seventh Bishop of Salt Lake City (1980-1994), the restoration of the second interior, which had suffered the effects of dirt and pollution, was planned and executed. Originally costing $344,000, the Cathedral of the Madeleine underwent a major renovation in the early 1990s that cost nearly $10 million. After 39 years in education, including the last nine years at MCS as a Third Grade teacher, we want to congratulate Mrs. Stuhff on her retirement. The largest bell (Joseph) weighs 2,650 pounds and is tuned to the pitch E. The second-largest bell (Mary) weighs 1,300 pounds and is tuned to the pitch A. One of our most popular programs, the Cathedral offers a special opportunity to climb to the top of the world's largest Gothic cathedral. The tabernacle tower, in which the Blessed Sacrament is reserved for the sick and for private veneration, stands in the middle of the Blessed Sacrament chapel behind the chancel screen, and is inspired by late medieval sacrament towers or sacrament houses. The four great Doctors of the Church, Saints Jerome, Ambrose, Gregory and Augustine, appear in the upper half of the work. It was rebuilt by Schoenstein of San Francisco in 1953. This is the seat of the bishop and symbolizes his office presiding over the Diocese of Salt Lake City. Dr. Nestor who also served as composer in residence at the Cathedral of the Madeleine in 2008, died in September of 2019 . Over the Lady Chapel stands a prominent statue of St. Peter; and over the St. Joseph Chapel is one of St. Paul, both carved by Franz Aretz of Pittsburgh. The organ serves both liturgical and concert purposes. Eight gargoyles look down from the 185-feet-high east and west towers. Audrey Kim (MCS '20) will represent Team USA at the Paralympic World Championships in Portugal. The Cecilia bell's inscription reads "Sing joyfully to the Lord, all the earth: ring out your joy." The reliquary rests on the tomb of Bishop Scanlan. When visiting Salt Lake City, there are some beautiful churches to see after youve explored Temple Square downtown. The four Evangelists, Saints Matthew, Mark, Luke and John appear surrounding the arms of the central cross. Salt Lake City, UT 84111, Click here to Learn more about salt lake city tour, Click here to Learn more about salt lake city trolley show-tour, Click here to Learn more about tabernacle choir experience + slc tour, Click here to Learn more about mysteries of great salt lake bus tour, Click here to Learn more about pick-up locations, Click here to Learn more about group transportation, Click here to Learn more about step-on guides, Click here to Learn more about things to do in salt lake city, Click here to Learn more about contact us, Click here to view location Mailing Address: Significantly, the confessionals flank the baptismal font to symbolize the nature of sacramental confession as a renewal of baptismal commitment. Questions? The candles on the crosses are lighted each year on the anniversary of this dedication. A man of strong artistic sensibility, Bishop Glass undertook a thorough reconstruction of the art and furnishings, inspired by the Spanish gothic art of the late Middle Ages. Senior guide Tom Fedorek looks into how these rumors originated and the very real connection between the Cathedral and the MTA New York City Transit, with special shout outs to Madeleine L'Engle, Grand Central Terminal, and the Bronx Zoo. Two new bells, installed by the Verdin Company of Cincinnati in 1993 ring at pitch B (Cecilia) and pitch C# (Michael). The annual Founders' Day Concert on evening of Sunday, March 13 provided another showcase of MCS alumni talent in celebration of the school's 25th anniversary. Shipped in several pieces to Salt Lake City in 1917, the tympanum features the figure of Christ as High Priest, flanked by an angel on each side; and the Twelve Apostles, six standing and six kneeling, each with his appropriate symbol. Inspired by the medieval rood screen, it was made of hand-carved North American white oak by British master carvers Agrell and Thorpe Ltd. The Booth School of Business at University of Chicago tied for the top spot with The Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania in their most recent rankings. Directly in the center of the chapel is the reliquary of St. Mary Magdalen, patroness of the Cathedral. The Lady Chapel has three carved scenes representing the flight into Egypt, the Holy Family, and the finding of the Child Jesus in the Temple.