Chapel of the Holy Cross

The Chapel of the Holy Cross sits high atop the red rocks in Sedona, Arizona. This building was commissioned by a local rancher and sculptor Marguerite Brunswig Staude. In 1932 she was inspired to build such a church by the construction of the Empire State Building. She decided to build this in her native homeland after her attempt to build it in Budapest failed because of the World War II outbreak.

This building was one I simply couldn't stop staring at. Its location is beautiful and feels so powerful sitting atop this mountain. Looking down on the town of Sedona, protecting its residents.

Chapel of the Holy Cross embedded in the Arizona red rocks, Sedona, Arizona, on Sunday, August 27, 2023. The rocks' different layers of colour stand out immensely. (Georgia York / Conestoga College Journalism)

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The view inside the church is breathtaking. They have candles you can light, I lit one for a loved one who has passed. Rows of benches for prayers to be said and a specific place to stand so that if you look up, Jesus is staring right at you. (See image below)

Inside the church near the giant window, Sedona, Arizona, on Sunday, August 27, 2023. Jesus stares into your eyes. (Georgia York / Conestoga College Journalism)

Inside the church on the floor, Sedona, Arizona, on Sunday, August 27, 2023. Look up and see who awaits you. (Georgia York / Conestoga College Journalism)