Sacred Heart Cathedral Bendigo

Essays by Peter Prevos

Sacred Heart Cathedral Bendigo

Sacred Heart Cathedral

The Bendigo Cathedral is constructed in the English Neo-Gothic style of the nineteenth century, inspired by the medieval churches in Europe. Construction of the Cathedral's nave and narthex began in 1896, and was completed five years later in 1901.
Work on the building ceased in 1908 because of a shortfall in funding. Construction recommenced in 1954 and the Cathedral was finally completed and consecrated 82 years later, in 1977.

For more information about the cathedral from a antropological perspective, read my essay: Sacred Spaces in Bendigo.

Narthex and stained glass window

Narthex and stained glas window depicting the Holy family flanked by St Augustine and St Patrick.

Stations of the Cross

'Stations of the Cross', 14 paitings depicting Jesus' last days from condemnation to resurection.

Cathedar and Sanctuary

Cathedar - the Bishop's seat - and the altar, the ceremonial centre of the cathedral.