“Things both old and new…”
Notre Dame des Sablons saw Saint Louis embark for that ill-conceived venture known as the Crusades, and it is the oldest public building in the town. The original chapel was rebuilt in the 13th century, has undergone a number of disasters, was confiscated by the Revolution and was finally allowed to be a church again in 1804. But it was the 1960’s that saved it, and we can see now something of its original beauty.
Originally, the church had no glass in its windows, and the decision was taken to put in 20th century glass. What could have been a disaster has been a remarkable success.
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness!
Bow down before him, his glory proclaim;
with gold of obedience, and incense of lowliness,
kneel and adore him: the Lord is his Name!
