Above are just a couple of lame shots I took of it last year.

I have since moved away from the USA as of last year, but I grew up in Astoria. I would always pass that church on my early morning and night walks. I really appreciated its age, its charm, and the architecture. And the surrounding area really made the church pop. I reached out to a Facebook group associated with it and its admins, but unfortunately they had not replied at the time. I knew they used to hold services in the building before COVID took a toll, but they seem to have faced challenges, as we all did then. 

Seeing it so abandoned saddened me. I remember the church had beautiful stained glass, and its tower was particularly memorable for Queens churches, as these types of buildings are few. I think this church was 150 years old if I remember correctly. It genuinely left an impression on me. It is such a shame that it has been abandoned over the last few years.

I am not even religious, but I believe that regardless of what faith we are, whether we are believers or not, these buildings have such importance. They add so much charm to a city. This is 150 years of history just gone. I hope we protect these buildings. I know many people feel hurt or damaged by religion, but I believe these buildings represent more than a testament to faith. They represent the community that has walked its halls and surrounded it for generations. They built this. There is something very beautiful about it all. What a shame.

So Sad To Hear About That Church…