There is no denying that the state of Minnesota has some of the most beautiful churches in the world. Among these is the Cathedral of St. Paul, which stands on the top of Summit hill watching over the city of St. Paul. Inspired by French churches in Paris and built at the turn of the twentieth century, its architectural majesty remains inspiring to this day.
Another architectural wonder is the Church of the Sacred Heart in Freeport. The exterior of this small church reminds one of the tower of Big Ben in London. The inside is simply breathtaking, with polished wooden pews reflecting the light emanating from the beautiful stained glass windows.
An additionally beautiful church, also built in the early 1900s, is the Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis. The building itself gives the appearance of a medieval castle, complete with bell towers on each side. The interior, with its majestic domed ceiling reaching up to the sky, is truly awe-inspiring.
The Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New Ulm has a central steeple rising into a clock tower made of red brick trimmed with white. The interior holds paintings of Jesus, the twelve apostles, and assorted angels. Columns hold up a grand ceiling.
Easily one of the top churches in Minnesota is the Mighty Fortress Church in Minneapolis. The Mighty Fortress is a come as you are church offering fellowship, bible study, and traditional worship services.
They speak of changing lives through God’s “blessings, inspiration and spiritual refreshment,” and of the “Mighty Fortress difference.” To teach of applying biblical principles to everyday living and provide “honest answers for life’s toughest challenges.”
Mighty Fortress International Ministries is overseen by Bishop Thomas Williams. Bishop Williams, the senior pastor, is a greatly esteemed man of God who brings to the pulpit over 30 years of serving the Lord. Bishop Williams’ ministry employs biblical resources with good judgment and comprehension to work against “sin, poverty, sickness, disease, racism, moral decay and social rebellion against God.” He preaches applying God’s word to live a life of empowerment.
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