“It was a strange feeling going into a church I did not know for a service that I did not really believe in, but once inside I couldn’t help a feeling of warmth and security. Outside there were wars and road accidents and murders, striptease clubs and battered babies and frayed tempers and unhappy marriages and people contemplating suicide and bad jokes, but once in St. Martin’s there was peace. Surely people go to church not to involve themselves in the world’s problems but to escape from them.” ― Michael Palin,
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Cedric Canard
I’ve always appreciated Michael Palin’s point of view. I don’t know if that is actually why people go to church but it is certainly a good reason to enter just about any place of worship.
The clarity of your shot and the highlights off the top of the backrests makes for a beautiful image Monte and it evokes an appropriately peaceful feeling too.
Monte Stevens
While spending quiet time at this church I noticed the light coming in through the skylight that is directly in the center or the church. Loved the light so took a few images. Thank you!
Earl
Church benches, very similar to these, were a definite part of my environment growing up — every Sunday, homecomings, revivals and other special occasions. Attending church wasn’t an option and there were few excuses that would surface to get you out of it. Even with all those years of indoctrination it just didn’t take with me but I still enjoy the memories. Nicely captured, Monte!
Earl
suface = suffice. Fingers outrunning brain this morning! 🙂
Monte Stevens
I have similar life experiences with church. I now enjoy church benches when the church is empty and quiet. I also enjoy benches located in parks and nature areas.