Holy Redeemer Church

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One of the oldest monuments in Ambala Cantt. reminiscent of the British Era in India. It is a catholic church built in 1848. It collapsed after sometime and a new church was constructed in 1902 and was even visited by Lord Ripon. The church also a reading room and a dispensary.

My great grandmother, Ellen Margaret Rodgers, was baptised here on 5th April 1866.

When most people hear the word church they probably think of a building. Maybe it is a fancy building or a simple building where believers gather. But biblically speaking, a church is much more than a building. In fact, some would say that the church is not a building at all, but is all about the people. But what is the church? The area of theology that seeks to understand all aspects of the church is known as ecclesiology. It is derived from the Greek word ekklesia that is a general term referring to a gathering or assembly. There are a number of aspects to the subject of ecclesiology, but this article will focus on defining the term church, understanding its nature and purpose, looking at some biblical images of the church and emphasizing church unity on essential truths.nnThe early Christian church had no buildings, at least not in the sense of what we would consider church buildings today. First century Christians were often persecuted and, as a result, often met in secret usually in homes. As the influence of Christianity spread, eventually buildings dedicated to worship were established and became what we know today as churches. In this sense, then, the church consists of people not buildings. Fellowship, worship and ministry are all conducted by people, not buildings. Church structures facilitate the role of God’s people, but they do not fulfill it.

British Architecture is a beautiful piece of art and it can be experienced here at the church. The entire feeling of this space is just calming and soothing. If you visit Ambala, do not miss the opportunity of visiting at least once.