A Swedish parish church completed in the early 20th century, Olaus Petri Church stands as a working place of worship in central Örebro.
At a glance
Olaus Petri Church is a church building belonging to the Örebro Olaus Petri Parish of the Church of Sweden. Located in Örebro Municipality, it represents early 20th-century Swedish ecclesiastical architecture.
History
The church was opened on Fourth Advent Sunday in 1912. It was built to serve the Örebro Olaus Petri Parish, one of the city’s established congregations within the Church of Sweden.
What you see
Detailed architectural information about this church is limited in available sources. The building represents early 20th-century Swedish church design.
Cultural significance
Named after Olaus Petri, the Swedish clergyman and author central to the Swedish Reformation, the church reflects the religious heritage of Örebro. It continues to serve as an active parish church within the Church of Sweden.
Key facts
- Country: Sweden
- City: Örebro Municipality
- Opened: Fourth Advent Sunday 1912
- Affiliation: Church of Sweden (Örebro Olaus Petri Parish)
- Coordinates: 59.2803, 15.2189
Practical information & getting there
Olaus Petri Church is located in Örebro, central Sweden. As an active parish church, visiting hours and services may vary. Contact the Örebro Olaus Petri Parish for current information.
Sources & resources
- Olaus Petri Church – Wikipedia
- Cultural Heritage Online
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