Church Going Collection

Village Church Choir
Three young women singing from hymn books in church

Sleeping Congregation
The Sleeping Congregation A preacher is reading his sermon to a sleeping congregation

Hogarth / Industry / Idle 2
2. The industrious prentice performing the duty of a christian

Hymn Writers - 2
Bickersteth - Heber How - Lyte Keble - Stone Ellerton - Milman Monsell

The Crossing Sweeper
CHG28386 The Crossing Sweeper by Horsley, John Callcott (1817-1903); Private Collection; eCider House Galleries, Ltd. Bletchingley, Surrey, UK; English, out of copyright

Midnight Mass
Returning from Midnight Mass, in a village of Savoie (France)

Sweden - Church people at Leksand
Church-going folk at Leksand, a locality and the seat of Leksand Municipality in Dalarna County, Sweden. Date: circa 1902

Scottish Churchgoing 19C
Collection time in a Scottish church. Date: early 19th century

Scottish Collection
Collecting the offering in a Scottish kirk - a small girl is encouraged to make her donation Date: early 19th century

The Family Pew
THE FAMILY PEW Date: 1879

Knight at Church
MEDIEVAL CHURCHGOERS A French lord and his lady, with their retainers, pray before sallying forth to do battle Date: circa 12th century

Mother, Children in Church
A mother and her children kneel in church

Congregation / Malta / Boys
A Schools service inside Mosta Church, Mosta, Malta

Mass, 11th Century
MEDIEVAL MASS The celebration of mass in an oratory

Entering a Church
A woman enters a country church

Sing in Church 1890
A mother and her children sing in church on New Years Morning (decorations still up, long gloves against the cold..)

Pensioners at Church
Pensioners of the Hospital of Grey Friars listening to prayers and psalms (from Thackerays " The Newcomes" )

Church Service, Plymouth
Attending a service at Saint Andrews Church, Plymouth, Devon

Church Choir
The choir of an English parish church, with instrumental accompaniment

Religion / Churchgoing
Swedish countrywomen in church

Churchgoers 1886
Sunday: The housemaid and others go to church on their day of rest

Pew Rent Receipt
Well-to-do members of the Church of England congregation rent a private pew by the year, ensuring that their regular place is always available for their use

Listening to Sermon
Listening to the sermon in a Church of England church

Congregation Singing
A Church of England congregation stand up to sing a hymn

Going to Church
Going to a morning service in an English country church

Outside the Church
A family leave the churchyard after an evening service in an English country church

Family on Church Pew
A family worship on their own church pew

Christmas / Churchgoing
Three generations in a church pew at Christmas time

Lapps Preached At
Gudstjenst i ett lappkapell - divine service in a Lapp chapel, seemingly in a private home, cleared for the purpose. Presumably Lutheran

Family at Church
A Victorian family at church. They appear to be in a family box pew

Thalberg / Church Going
The Thalberg family go to church on Christmas morning

Aristocratic Household
An aristocratic household gather for their devotions in the chapel at Moat House, Ightham, Kent

Churchgoing
Children emerge from church carrying ornaments

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"Church Going: A Glimpse into Sacred Gatherings and Spiritual Reflections" In the heart of a quaint village, the harmonious melodies of the Village Church Choir fill the air, resonating with divine devotion. As sunlight streams through stained glass windows, casting colorful patterns upon a seemingly sleeping congregation, one cannot help but be captivated by their peaceful slumber amidst sacred surroundings. Reflecting on Hogarth's iconic painting "Industry and Idle 2, " we witness contrasting scenes within these hallowed walls. While some fervently engage in hymns penned by talented Hymn Writers - their voices soaring like angels' wings - others find solace in quiet contemplation, much like The Crossing Sweeper seeking solace from life's hardships. Traveling afar to Sweden, we encounter churchgoers at Leksand who embody faith with unwavering dedication. Their steadfast commitment echoes that of Scottish Churchgoing during the 19th century when religious gatherings were central to community life. This rich heritage is celebrated through cherished Scottish Collection hymns that have stood the test of time. Within every sanctuary lies The Family Pew – a sacred space where generations unite in prayer and seek spiritual guidance together. Here, a Knight at Church finds respite from worldly battles as he humbly kneels before his Creator. Yet not all churchgoers are noble knights or devout families; history reveals diverse narratives such as Peasant revolt in Romania: types of agrarian agitators who sought justice within these holy walls. In this mosaic tapestry of humanity, even Mother and Children find refuge within churches' embrace – teaching young hearts about love and compassion. Churchgoing transcends borders and cultures; it unites souls under one universal roof where differences dissolve into unity. Whether it be an intimate gathering or grand cathedral ceremony, each worshipper brings their unique story to share with fellow seekers of truth.