Peter and Paul Church in the steppe

Peter and Paul Church - the first Catholic church built in the village Steppe German settlers. Today the temple is in a dilapidated condition, needs restoration. However UOC MP belonging construction, carry out remedial work is not planned.

Peter and Paul Church History

1. Initially, the site of the church was built like a church in the years 1820-1830, which was made of lime and straw, quickly collapsed.
2. Peter and Paul Church was built from 1881 to 1885. The project architect worked Corfu. The new Catholic church was made of durable shell in the Gothic Revival style.
3. In 1869, in front of the pastor built his house. June 26, 1887 Cheryahovych prelate blessed the church. October 4 it was consecrated in the name of Paul and Peter.
4. In 1934, the top of the tower and the bell tower was demolished communists, but the occupation period tower on the temple eventually restored.
5. During World War II when the Soviet troops for an unknown reason all air destroyed the bell tower.
6. Today Paul Church gradually falling apart. Already collapsed roof, windows sealed. Log into the closed to keep the inside of the majestic columns and murals. Partly Peter and Paul Church is still alive, so it is worth a visit as soon as possible until it finally collapsed.

Getting temple

Peter and Paul Church is located in the village of Steppe Mykolaiv region. From the regional center of the village stretches straight line T1506, which runs through the village and Krinichki Ulyanivka. In the village temple is located almost in the center. When moving along the road of the city, in the village should turn right on Lenin Street and go straight to the church.