Catholic Taipei Sacred Family Church Introduction
Nexing South Road, known as "Heaven's Road," is famous for gathering many religious sanctuaries, temples, and places of worship, with noted sites from south to north including Huai'en Church, Truth Church, Mosque, Sacred Family Church, Taipei Church, and Methodist Church. Different religions coexist on this single road, each showcasing their unique characteristics worth visiting. The Sacred Family Church, located opposite Daan Forest Park, has a bird's-eye view resembling a cross and emits a soft white light at night, creating a noble and pure atmosphere that draws people towards God. Standing about 63 feet tall with no columns, the church features a tent-like architecture that eliminates the feeling of spatial pressure and visual obstacles, allowing individuals to focus on spiritual calmness and upliftment. The interior skillfully utilizes stained glass and natural light to create a divine atmosphere, almost as if entering a sacred place that alleviates worldly concerns. In 1998, 18 stained glass windows depicting biblical stories, each with over a hundred years of history, were brought from Belgium. These pieces are the work of the renowned French artist Louis Wain, and each stained glass segment includes explanations of the biblical tales below them, offering knowledge and appreciation of beautiful art.
