{"id":2319,"date":"2024-03-15T17:33:16","date_gmt":"2024-03-15T17:33:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost:10071\/?p=2319"},"modified":"2024-03-15T17:33:17","modified_gmt":"2024-03-15T17:33:17","slug":"the-findlater-church-steeple-is-now-surrounded-by-even-more-scaffolding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/localhost:10071\/the-findlater-church-steeple-is-now-surrounded-by-even-more-scaffolding\/","title":{"rendered":"THE FINDLATER CHURCH STEEPLE IS NOW SURROUNDED BY EVEN MORE SCAFFOLDING"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>PHOTOGRAPHED 15 MARCH 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-vivid-purple-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-vivid-purple-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-4b1ae840a46390f0f0caf94d48b12a8b\"><strong>Findlater&#8217;s Church, a striking Presbyterian church on Parnell Square in Dublin, has attracted attention due to its prolonged scaffolding presence. Here&#8217;s what I know about the situation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignnormal\"><div id=\"metaslider-id-2304\" style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0 auto;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-70-2 metaslider metaslider-responsive metaslider-2304 ml-slider ms-theme-default\" role=\"region\" aria-roledescription=\"Slideshow\" aria-label=\"THE FINDLATER CHURCH STEEPLE [NOW SURROUNDED BY EVEN MORE SCAFFOLDING]\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_2304\">\n        <ul id='metaslider_2304' class='rslides'>\n            <li aria-roledescription='slide' aria-labelledby='slide-0'><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"http:\/\/localhost:10071\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/THE-FINDLATER-CHURCH-STEEPLE-NOW-SURROUNDED-BY-EVEN-MORE-SCAFFOLDING-229699-1-1422x1067.jpg\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1600\" alt=\"THE FINDLATER CHURCH STEEPLE [NOW SURROUNDED BY EVEN MORE SCAFFOLDING]-229699-1\" class=\"slider-2304 slide-2312 lazyload\" title=\"THE FINDLATER CHURCH STEEPLE [NOW SURROUNDED BY EVEN MORE SCAFFOLDING]-229699-1\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; 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--smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1200;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost:10071\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/THE-FINDLATER-CHURCH-STEEPLE-NOW-SURROUNDED-BY-EVEN-MORE-SCAFFOLDING-229704-1-1422x1067.jpg\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1600\" alt=\"THE FINDLATER CHURCH STEEPLE [NOW SURROUNDED BY EVEN MORE SCAFFOLDING]-229704-1\" class=\"slider-2304 slide-2318\" title=\"THE FINDLATER CHURCH STEEPLE [NOW SURROUNDED BY EVEN MORE SCAFFOLDING]-229704-1\" \/><\/noscript><\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-12675a37eb45968200826a70a9de3af8\"><strong>Reasons for the Scaffolding:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Structural Deterioration: The primary reason for the scaffolding is the church&#8217;s deteriorating condition. Over time, the historic building has suffered wear and tear, particularly with water damage impacting the spire and other elements of the stonework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Safety Concerns: The extended scaffolding serves as both a protective measure to prevent falling debris and a work platform for necessary repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Restoration Project: The church is amidst a significant restoration project aimed at addressing these structural issues. This involves complex stonework repair, roof restoration, and likely the eventual disassembly and restoration of the spire itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-b0f6726264e6bedd890c175f7900ac93\"><strong>Why It&#8217;s Taking So Long:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scale and Complexity: The restoration of a heritage building of this size is a complicated undertaking. Detailed assessments, careful planning, and coordination with specialists is required to ensure historical integrity is preserved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Funding: Raising the necessary funds for a project of this magnitude is often an ongoing process. Fundraising efforts and grant applications can take time to secure the full financing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Modern Additions: The newer scaffolding around the entire building suggests the project may have expanded in scope. This could indicate additional areas requiring attention were discovered as the work progressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-987c48692f73e0f91c381f9c3150b12d\"><strong>Current Status:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, there&#8217;s limited up-to-date public information about the project&#8217;s precise timeline. However, given the presence of scaffolding for multiple years, it&#8217;s safe to assume the restoration is a major endeavour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-6bc87e8f8cef58f181b989aa6d8cc411\"><strong>Findlater Church Or The Abbey Presbyterian Church<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rising imposingly on Dublin&#8217;s Parnell Square, Findlater Church (officially the Abbey Presbyterian Church) is a testament to both religious devotion and the city&#8217;s architectural heritage. Its story unfolds like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Benefactor: Alexander Findlater, a successful Dublin wine merchant, generously funded the church&#8217;s construction in the mid-19th century. It stands as a lasting symbol of his philanthropy and Presbyterian faith.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Architectural Splendour: Designed by Andrew Heiton of Perth, Scotland, the church embodies the ornate Gothic Revival style. Its soaring 180-foot spire and intricate stonework create a sense of awe and reverence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Joyce&#8217;s Dublin: Notably, the church features in James Joyce&#8217;s works, mentioned in both &#8220;Ulysses&#8221; and &#8220;Dubliners,&#8221; cementing its place within the literary landscape of Dublin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Changing Identities: Originally known as Rutland Square Presbyterian Church, it has undergone several name changes over the years. Often called &#8220;Findlater&#8217;s Church&#8221; in honour of its benefactor, it gained its current name, Abbey Presbyterian Church, after the 1916 Easter Rising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-vivid-purple-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-vivid-purple-background-color has-background\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PHOTOGRAPHED 15 MARCH 2023 Findlater&#8217;s Church, a striking Presbyterian church on Parnell Square in Dublin, has attracted attention due to its prolonged scaffolding presence. Here&#8217;s what I know about the situation: Reasons for the Scaffolding: Structural Deterioration: The primary reason for the scaffolding is the church&#8217;s deteriorating condition. 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