Sunday Church Series - Saint Severin

I hope I'm never asked to rank my favorite Paris churches because I would be torn between so many that I've visited over and over. Each one has special features and details that I cherish. This sweet angel at Église Saint Severin is one. The patina makes me think many have walked by and just had to put a hand on her sweet face. 

Sunday Church Series - Église Saint-Severin

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Sunday Church Series - Église Saint Séverin

One of the oldest churches still standing on the Left Bank of Paris, Saint-Séverin was built around the 11th century. It's worth a visit for it's beautiful palm tree shaped pillars.

Beaucoup des livres!

The  Abbey Bookshop, gives Shakespeare and Company a run for their money. Started in 1989 by Canadian Brian Spence, their website claims they have over 35,000 books in English. How they have any idea how many books are in this fabulous shop, I have no idea. Located near the Saint Severin Church, it's worth a stop.

Sunday Church Series - Église Saint-Séverin

This charming courtyard with the graceful old tree adjoins the church. In the summer there are  hollyhocks!

1 Rue des Prêtres Saint-Séverin

75005 Paris

Sunday Church Series - Église Saint-Séverin

Oh I've brought you here to the Église Saint- Séverin with me many times. I love, love this beautiful church.  Today one more little alcove with a side door that caught my eye.  As I reviewed this photograph I marveled at the gorgeous mural and the details of the doors, the sloping floor with the light under the door, and the time worn plaster work.  I'm grateful for my photographs, for often they allow me to spend more "time" in places that too often I must hurry through.

 Bon demanche mes amis.

Église Saint Sevarin

Église Saint Severin in the 5th arrondisement is located around the corner from Blvd. St. Germain. Built in the 6th century, this lesser known church is a must. Of special note must be the set of seven stained glass windows in the ambulatory. Designed in 1966 by artist Jean Bazaine, they were inspired by the sacraments of the Catholic church. These especially vibrant windows are a beautiful compliment to the ancient church interior. The distinctive twisted palm columns are unusual as well. Saint Severin is now used mainly for classical and sacred music concerts. My thanks to my friend Mary Gilbert for making sure I didn't miss this special place.