In Heerlen, the Netherlands, one of the most unusual projects for adapting sacred spaces is underway. The Church of St. Francis of Assisi, which served the local Catholic community for over a century, is to be transformed into a public swimming pool. The project has been dubbed "Holy Water." The church ceased its religious functions in 2023. After the celebration of Mass, the article "Church Transformed into Swimming Pool: Dutch "Holy Water" Pro…
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In Heerlen, the Netherlands, one of the most unusual projects for adapting sacred spaces is underway. The Church of St. Francis of Assisi, which served the local Catholic community for over a century, is to be transformed into a public swimming pool. The project has been dubbed "Holy Water." The church ceased its religious functions in 2023. After the celebration of Mass, the article "Church Transformed into Swimming Pool: Dutch "Holy Water" Pro…