Cathedrale Saint-Pierre de Lisieux
Cathedrale Saint-Pierre de Lisieux
Cathedrale Saint-Pierre de Lisieux
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John B
Brussels, Belgium377 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
Inside this cathedral contains a number of side chapels, the ones behind the altar being the most interesting. It’s a pity that a lot of the original statues and stained glass have been removed so most of what remains is much later. The cathedral could do with a clean, as the ceiling is stained from centuries of candle-smoke. Worth a visit, particularly if you’re following St Theresa through the town. ALso a nice square outside, and free parking (if you’re lucky enough to get a space)
Written July 28, 2022
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Totoo Ito
San Pablo, CA1,070 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Church where St. Therese and her family went during their time. Her parents are now saints and her siblings also became nuns. Beautiful chapels, history and prayers. Walk the footsteps of St. Therese!
Written January 21, 2024
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budgetpilgrim
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia20 contributions
The Cathedral of St Peter is one of the must-see places while on a pilgrimage to Lisieux, albeit this applies to all devotees of St Therese, the Little Flower. This was the parish church (and it is still) where St Therese attended weekday as well as Sunday Mass prior to her entry to Lisieux's Carmelite convent.
Visitors may start from the left side of the front entrance (though I entered from the front right side door), where one can pick up a leaflet that highlights the 'spots' to visit in this ancient cathedral. For those who forgot to bring their reading glasses, you cannot miss the same information conveniently posted on a big display board with spotlights.
The highlighted spots to visit include the confessional where St Therese made her first confession, the chapel where she prayed for Pranzini a public criminal of her time, her family's private chapel where she prayed for her vocation, the high altar donated by St Therese's father, Chapel of Our Lady of Mount Carmel where St Therese's sister prayed for her vocation and Chapel with the Holy Face where St Therese often prayed in contemplation. At the family's chapel where St Therese received her vocation, there is a logbook that you may wish to drop a message of thanksgiving or of petition.
Overall, the cathedral is an indispensable place to start/or complete a Theresian pilgrimage in Lisieux. Contrary to the magnificent basilica that was built after St Therese's canonization, every spot in this ancient catheral reflects the presence of the great saint; for it was in this very church that the workings of the Holy Spirit began in her soul.
Visitors may start from the left side of the front entrance (though I entered from the front right side door), where one can pick up a leaflet that highlights the 'spots' to visit in this ancient cathedral. For those who forgot to bring their reading glasses, you cannot miss the same information conveniently posted on a big display board with spotlights.
The highlighted spots to visit include the confessional where St Therese made her first confession, the chapel where she prayed for Pranzini a public criminal of her time, her family's private chapel where she prayed for her vocation, the high altar donated by St Therese's father, Chapel of Our Lady of Mount Carmel where St Therese's sister prayed for her vocation and Chapel with the Holy Face where St Therese often prayed in contemplation. At the family's chapel where St Therese received her vocation, there is a logbook that you may wish to drop a message of thanksgiving or of petition.
Overall, the cathedral is an indispensable place to start/or complete a Theresian pilgrimage in Lisieux. Contrary to the magnificent basilica that was built after St Therese's canonization, every spot in this ancient catheral reflects the presence of the great saint; for it was in this very church that the workings of the Holy Spirit began in her soul.
Written November 25, 2008
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iamaroamer
Enfield, CT199 contributions
What was really amazing about Cathedral Saint Pierre was that it was built between the 12th and 13th century and has a tie to St. Joan of Arc. It is stark, cold, huge inside, high gothic cathedral ceilings, alters along the side and in the back. The Martin family had their own alter where they gathered for services (not sure why, never heard of this), and relatively speaking the Cathedral is not too far from where they lived. I found the paintings over the side alters beautiful. One could look at them and note just religious art. The story they told me was of a faith that has been handed down through the centuries.
We literally stumbled upon the Cathedral, not knowing its history or wealth inside. It is one of the most unique churches I've ever visited.
We literally stumbled upon the Cathedral, not knowing its history or wealth inside. It is one of the most unique churches I've ever visited.
Written March 18, 2009
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Ladylalique
Lake Tahoe (California), CA76 contributions
Jun 2018 • Solo
This is place is a must go if you are in Lisieux and if you are following the path of St.Therese of Lisieux, she did her first communion here and is a must see if you are in town.
Written June 18, 2018
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mary h
London, UK125 contributions
Aug 2012 • Couples
I've visited this cathedral many times and still find it awe inspiring. I especially like the chapel built by Bishop Couchon in reparation for having Joan of Arc put to death. Thomas Becket was Bishop here for a while (several relics of his are displayed in the nearby hospital chapel bizarrely!) and some say that Henry II married Eleanor of Aquitaine here too - although some say it was elsewhere.
The architecture is stunning, and there are some beautiful examples of religious art, including a crucifix of about 15ft in length carved out of a single piece of timber.
Inspite of it's size, this cathedral provides a peaceful place for contemplation for tourists and is definitely a must see if you're passing through Lisieux.
The architecture is stunning, and there are some beautiful examples of religious art, including a crucifix of about 15ft in length carved out of a single piece of timber.
Inspite of it's size, this cathedral provides a peaceful place for contemplation for tourists and is definitely a must see if you're passing through Lisieux.
Written September 29, 2012
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emp e
Shoalhaven, Australia153 contributions
Jun 2019
The gothic architecture, the many chapels, and the informative guides to the history of the Church and its religious significance all make this a very worthwhile place to visit in Lisieux.
Written June 3, 2019
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aurvir
Brussels, Belgium58 contributions
Aug 2018
Must visit if you are in Lisieux, It's a part of St.Therese of Lisieux path (this path across the city is marked with Blue lines)
Written September 2, 2018
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Keith W
Stamford, UK18 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
We called at Lisieux on our way back to Calaais.
Magnificent cathedral from the outside. And inside was fabulous too.
The photographic exhibition on the life of St Therese, in English as well as French, filled both sides of the building. Very interesting and compelling. Excellent use of text and photographs
Magnificent cathedral from the outside. And inside was fabulous too.
The photographic exhibition on the life of St Therese, in English as well as French, filled both sides of the building. Very interesting and compelling. Excellent use of text and photographs
Written August 19, 2018
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DoctorB325
Santa Fe, NM106 contributions
Jun 2017 • Solo
Spend time in the alcoves saying hello to the Saints and to the park in the back which is exquisite.
Written July 8, 2017
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Maria W
Sydney, Australia
Dear all,
I would like know if there is English mass celebrated at this Cathedral, or other churches nearby,
Quite difficult to find their website for mass information. Very much appreciated.
Written November 7, 2015
hello Maria, unfortunately there is no ebglish mass celebrated at the cathedral. This is a french spoken place for catholic christians. if you wabt an englisg mass, find out at Holy Theresa sanctuary, they may have what you need!
Written February 25, 2018
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