As in other cities; Cleveland has developed through the evolution of its European ethnic neighborhoods and their various religions. Many of these neighborhoods built their own churches; which became the focus of community development and unity. For decades; these churches thrived; but the new millennium has brought with it huge changes in the economy. Large "membership" institutions; like the Catholic Church; have had to make the toughest of decisions--closing churches that were thought to be a permanent part of the local landscape. The authors of this book feel it is important to preserve the memory of these significant religious; cultural; and social institutions so that the current and future generations do not forget them. The pictures of these incredible places take on a whole new meaning when coupled with the fact that they will soon be gone. These pages celebrate the architecture; art; and artifacts of these sacred structures in high-quality photographs and explanations.
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