Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Centralia, PA
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Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, located in the former town of Centralia, PA.
Waymark Code: WMRQXN
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 07/26/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member YoSam.
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The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church is the the sole survivor of seven churches that once ministered to the populace of Centralia. Due to the long-burning coal seam fire that has seen the demolition of all but a few remaining buildings, it is now the sole remaining church in Centralia.

Its location just outside the fire-induced exclusion zone has spared it the fate of practically everything else.

It was completed in 1912. It received a facelift in the 1990's. Services are still conducted weekly. The church does allow visitors, both inside and out. Best to call ahead, if that is on your agenda.
Type of Orthodox Church: Eastern

Type of Building: Church

Status of Building: Actively in use for worship

Date of organization: 01/01/1911

Date of building construction: 01/01/1911

Archdiocese: Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia, PA

Address:
Center St
Centralia, PA USA
17920


Relevant Website: [Web Link]

Associated Icons, Reliefs, art, etc.: Not listed

Diocese: Not listed

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