Vintage St. Joseph's Catholic Church

Here are photos of the original St. Joseph's built in 1911. It was a beautiful space. I know the people who "updated" the interior thought they were doing a good thing. But, I love the old space better:

St. Joseph's Catholic Church - stained glass windows

Don't you love stained glass windows in a church? They not only bring beauty and light into the sanctuary, but teach as well. Here are some of the stained glass windows at St. Joseph's in Auburn:

St. Joseph's Catholic Church

I love this little church in the foothills east of Sacramento. Our daughter was married there. We attended catechism classes there and were confirmed in the faith. I would love to see this church restored to its original.