Church Mission San Jose is a photograph by Alexandra Till which was uploaded on June 20th, 2014.
Title
Church Mission San Jose
Artist
Alexandra Till
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© Christine Till
The Old Spanish Missions of San Antonio, TX are a chain of five colonial era compounds located in a southern line from the center of downtown San Antonio to the southern edge of the city. Four of the five original missions still function as active Catholic parish Churches.
When you step inside the thick stone walls of the grassy compound at San José y San Miguel de Aguayo, it's easy to understand how seminomadic tribes were thankful for the safety they found here. They joined Franciscan friars to help build the missions because Apache and other enemies were threatening them. Misión San Jose was established in 1720. Made from limestone, the church, which is still standing, was constructed in 1768. The missions evoked a powerful presence to American Indians.
The old mission church is still an important part of daily life for parishioners. This is their neighborhood. They can see the top of the church and hear the bells from their house.
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June 20th, 2014
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Comments (5)
Spencer McDonald
Ooooh I love the fine detail you captured in the building. This photograph just seems to shine and soar with grandeur. Love it.
Mary Lee Dereske
Congratulations on your second place tie in the Best of Traditional Black and White. Wonderful lighting and balance. Pinned w/ title and credit given to: http://www.pinterest.com/maryleedereske/fine-art-america-dereske-hosted-contest-winners/
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