Untouched Abandoned Neo Gothic Church With 1000 Arches | BROS OF DECAY - URBEX

[@CrashBoomBang78]

This makes me so sad...all that breathtaking beauty just withering away, left unattended. It breaks my heart. 💔

[@___LC___]

Many churches are being remade into housing, it depends upon the cost of renovations and if Rome is willing to sell. I would turn it into a charnel house.

[@BowenOrg]

WE WANT TO RAISE FUNDS AND HELP SAVE THIS BEAUTIFUL CHURCH... WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP US "THUMPER?" ANY SPONSOR WILL BE ABLE TO STAY FOR FREE FOR EXTENDED VACATIONS! WE BUY ABANDONED AND FORECLOSED CASTLES, CHATEAUS, MANSIONS, MONASTERIES, GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS ETC! AND WE PAY REFERRAL FEES IF YOU HELP US FIND THE OWNERS SO WE CAN MAKE AN OFFER TO PURCHASE. WE USE "NON-DISCLOSURE" AGREEMENTS TO PROTECT ALL PARTIES. IF YOU'RE INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT US ASAP. WHO WE ARE: * I'm an Award-winning Artist and Publisher with 40+ years of experience in a wide variety of art mediums. * I'm also a real estate designer, developer and investor and we're working on some of the most important projects on the planet. * My wife is an Award-winning Sales Consultant and Winner Of $50,000 From A San Diego Radio Station Contest. WHAT WE'RE DOING: * We're working on a business model to do the following: 1. Buy and rehab castles, chateaus, mansions etc.. and share with the world! 2. Save all antiques, art and collectibles and share with the world! YOU'RE INVITED TO HELP US SAVE OUR PLANET'S HISTORY: * Time is running out ladies and gentlemen for a lot of our older buildings. * Many abandoned and foreclosed buildings are decaying rapidly and all the unique things inside are doing the same. * At the same time, vandalism is everywhere and it's destroying our beautiful and unique past. WE CAN'T LET THIS HAPPEN! WE MUST STOP THIS NOW! WE'RE ABOUT READY TO START OUR GLOBAL "SAVE OUR HISTORY PROGRAM"(TM) AND YOU CAN HELP BY BEING A SPONSOR. THE AMOUNT VARIES FROM A $1.00 UP TO UNLIMITED. THE MORE YOU CONTRIBUTE, THE MORE YOU RECEIVE IN RETURN... INCLUDING COMPLIMENTARY VISITS TO THE PLACES WE REHAB. AND THE SATISFACTION OF KNOWING THAT YOU HELPED SAVE CASTLES, CHATEAUS, MANSIONS, ARTWORK, SCULPTURE, ANTIQUES ETC. IT'S YOUR HISTORY... HELP US TO SAVE IT FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR FUTURE GENERATIONS! (TM) If you're interested in helping us... please let us know. Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. Brad Bowen Real Estate Designer, Developer & Investor USA [e-mail]

[@vickinoeske1711]

I'm always amazed at the lack of vandalism & theft in Belgium. Beautiful tour, thanks.

[@randycoolbaugh1408]

yah, no kidding! If that church was here in America it would have been picked clean and destroyed years ago.......

[@theresaclement5249]

Randy Coolbaugh . you are so right

[@johndifrancisco3642]

I know that in the USA the organ pipes and bells would have been the first to go.

[@sharonmullins1957]

The windows would not be there, for sure.

[@marysepradet6515]

yes, me too, and this make me think I would love Belgium !

[@susanehlert9116]

The statue at the back at 8:30 is of St Therese of the Child Jesus because she is holding a crucifix covered with roses. The grotto is a depiction of the Lourdes grotto where Mary appeared to St Bernadette in the south of France.

[@rhondaz356]

Lesley, what a gorgeous church. LOVE your respectful attitude, as usual. Thank you for sharing. Greetings from Boston, MA.

[@mshockey73]

This has to be a Catholic Church. I was baptized a Catholic & went to a Catholic school grades k thru 8 which would be ages 5 to 13. We called the room in the back (with the doll) the crying room. It was for Moms and Dads with fussy babies and small children. Mother Mary in the front of the church would be crowned by a student (always female) with a crown of flowers in the month of May. It was an honor to be chosen. As a child the confessional scared the heck out of me:) I really loved the tour but at the same time find it to be so sad that this beautiful church has been abandoned. Thanks for showing us around.

[@younggrandma]

Yes. It's on the 13th of May. The Portuguese called it a treze the maio with a song ending with Ave Maria.

[@___LC___]

Definitely Catholic.

[@johndifrancisco3642]

I love how he is not religious (neither am I) but still respects other peoples beliefs. If we could all do that the world would be a much better place.

[@ophelia8759]

I was one of those lucky girls chosen to crown Mother Mary. It really did feel like an honour. It’s something i’ll never forget.

[@Monica-f2l]

John Di Francisco sometimes people are not “religious” as in “believing in an organized religion” but can be “spiritual”. Believing in a higher power. To me that is Jesus Christ. I always got the feeling Lesley was spiritual 🤷🏻‍♀️ I do love his respect as well ❤️

[@emsparamedic5183]

Oops, forgot to tell you the name of the room where the Priest puts on his vestments (robes) is called the Sacristy.

[@kesmarn]

Yes. And the speaking booth is a confessional. And the elevated speaking chair is a pulpit.

[@Laura-by2nt]

Such a shame that this beautiful church is decaying. So many lovely artifacts left behind and forgotten. Thank you for giving us a look inside this wonderful place!

[@BowenOrg]

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP US LAURA TO "MAKE AN OFFER TO PURCHASE" AND HELP SAVE IT? ALL SPONSORS WOULD BE ABLE TO VISIT AND STAY FOR FREE ON EXTENDED VACATIONS! : ) WE BUY ABANDONED AND FORECLOSED CASTLES, CHATEAUS, MANSIONS, MONASTERIES, GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS ETC! AND WE PAY REFERRAL FEES IF YOU HELP US FIND THE OWNERS SO WE CAN MAKE AN OFFER TO PURCHASE. WE USE "NON-DISCLOSURE" AGREEMENTS TO PROTECT ALL PARTIES. IF YOU'RE INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT US ASAP. WHO WE ARE: * I'm an Award-winning Artist and Publisher with 40+ years of experience in a wide variety of art mediums. * I'm also a real estate designer, developer and investor and we're working on some of the most important projects on the planet. * My wife is an Award-winning Sales Consultant and Winner Of $50,000 From A San Diego Radio Station Contest. WHAT WE'RE DOING: * We're working on a business model to do the following: 1. Buy and rehab castles, chateaus, mansions etc.. and share with the world! 2. Save all antiques, art and collectibles and share with the world! YOU'RE INVITED TO HELP US SAVE OUR PLANET'S HISTORY: * Time is running out ladies and gentlemen for a lot of our older buildings. * Many abandoned and foreclosed buildings are decaying rapidly and all the unique things inside are doing the same. * At the same time, vandalism is everywhere and it's destroying our beautiful and unique past. WE CAN'T LET THIS HAPPEN! WE MUST STOP THIS NOW! WE'RE ABOUT READY TO START OUR GLOBAL "SAVE OUR HISTORY PROGRAM"(TM) AND YOU CAN HELP BY BEING A SPONSOR. THE AMOUNT VARIES FROM A $1.00 UP TO UNLIMITED. THE MORE YOU CONTRIBUTE, THE MORE YOU RECEIVE IN RETURN... INCLUDING COMPLIMENTARY VISITS TO THE PLACES WE REHAB. AND THE SATISFACTION OF KNOWING THAT YOU HELPED SAVE CASTLES, CHATEAUS, MANSIONS, ARTWORK, SCULPTURE, ANTIQUES ETC. IT'S YOUR HISTORY... HELP US TO SAVE IT FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR FUTURE GENERATIONS! (TM) If you're interested in helping us... please let us know. Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. Brad Bowen Real Estate Designer, Developer & Investor USA [e-mail]

[@annbrewer4437]

Here we call it Sunday school, its usually for the children. They have arts and crafts, bible story time, questions and answers about Jesus and God. I used to love sunday school when i was a kid. 💛🐲💛

[@shreve99]

No, it is not a Sunday school, it is called the Cry Room...for babies and small children that are unable to be quiet during the Mass.

[@sixmax11]

@@shreve99 that's what i think it's called, at least in the U.S. looks like this one was a much more recent addition. can you imagine what a baby crying would sound like, with acoustics in these places?

[@janieslaughter695]

Beautiful! You're a very respectful young man. Thank u for sharing this gorgeous place of peace and worship.

[@10151957june]

I admire your respect and consideration for the places you explore. This is a great video. What a beautiful church!

[@Hollyweeds]

That cave part of the church was amazing. I'm pretty sure it's called a grotto - they are commonly found near or around old catholic churches or church site. The text reads something like 'This grotto is in memory 'Ms Alix Cobbe' I can't make out the middle text - I think it's the dates of the memorial - but I think the end says "pray for her" Beautiful find, jealous!

[@vickinoeske1711]

Yes, it's a grotto. Beautiful church.

[@celestialskye1]

Vicki Noeske The Grotto is of Our Lady of Lourdes 🙏

[@shreve99]

Yes, it is a reproduction of the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes.

[@mudgebauer]

The grotto is with the statue of our Lady of Lourdes. The large white basin is a baptismal font. The back room is the sacristy where the vestments were kept and the priest would put on the vestments before mass. The small boxes on the table were used to hold a chalice & paten. Looks like someone took them. The music you was looking at is Latin Gregorian chant for the mass and that piece of music was for solo voice only, not piano. The side altar you was looking with the statue above is St Therese, The Little Flower, Not Mary. The center of the altar you called a vault with the chalice carved on front is a tabernacle. Usually held a ciborium with communion hosts, but sometimes could hold a flagon of consecrated wine. Also kept inside was a lunette holding a large host kept there for reservation of the sacrament and used for benediction. It looks like some few years ago all the main windows were replaced with moderne cheap colored glass. Perhaps the original windows were destroyed during the war. Its a shame the originals are gone. They must have been just as beautiful as the ones over the sanctuary.

[@jolaod84]

The rest " from Lodelinsart " "born in Jumet on May the 19th 18___" "died piously on October third in Louvain 18___" You made me very curious to know the whole story. 🤷🏼‍♂️😉

[@davewilson6451]

Your videos are always entertaining and educational. Your voice is easy to listen to and your care and enthusiasm for your subjects is appreciated. It would be wonderful to have you as a tour guide in Europe.

[@Lulu4Him]

Tell Jordy to get his butt back to work with you...we all miss seeing him. This was splendid. It is always amazing to me how people can abandon places like this. Such art, woodcarving, stain glass! Great job!

[@jcmasmith1898]

Great video! Sad to see people abandoning their religion. The child's dress is for baptisms. I expect the safe held tithing donations from the congregation.

[@bbbchick]

What a beautiful stunning church. Once again love your videos. Greetings from Newfoundland Canada 🇨🇦

[@johnsomers8269]

Wow! It would be awesome to hear that organ. You should sing in this church! You are very brave to do those stairs.

[@adriennefriederich8061]

Great find. It’s so sad that the church has been abandoned. Such gorgeous woodworking. Looking at the chairs it seems like they would kneel on the cushion and use the flat board for their hands, hymnals.

[@___LC___]

Adrienne Friederich Kneeling is only during brief parts of the Mass.

[@sharong8511]

Christy T Thanks for sharing your knowledge, Christy. The Catholic church in my city sits high on a hill and is very beautiful. The stained glass windows are protected by clear sheets of Plexiglass, a necessary addition after vandals did their damage. I attended a wedding ceremony inside but haven’t had the pleasure of attending a worship service. The light coming through the stained glass windows is glorious!

[@deborahgate965]

Thanks for another great video! What a beautiful church. Thanks to all the people who belong to this faith for explaining different things about the church. I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge. Hi from Australia😀

[@chrisbarrett5416]

Thank you for taking us with you!!!

[@franobrien6952]

So sad our world has abandoned God! But thankfully he never abandons us!

[@chloegilbert647]

The world is in such bad shape because we have abandoned God...we need to get back to our Christian roots.

[@tamarrajames3590]

fran Obrien the older Gods and Goddesses never abandoned the Earth and its inhabitants either. Its people who so often twist the beauty honest Faith can provide to suit their own agendas....like money, power, and wars. A beautiful glade in the forest is the most stunning of Temples, and always will be. I mean no disrespect to any Faith here, just making an observation from nearly 70 years of observation, interfaith study and dialogue, and history of the changes that occur within all Religions. 🖤🇨🇦

[@Sean-ll5cm]

The world is in such bad shape because people have abandoned god? Haha, yeah no... The world is the most peaceful it's ever been, which coincides with secularization. Where is the world in a mess? Places WITHOUT secularization! 'God' requires ignorant, gullible and desperate people to exist. It's no wonder he slowly fades with the build up of knowledge and peace.

[@annbrewer4437]

fran obrien, outstanding comment!🌜💛

[@chloegilbert647]

Sean: Christianity has been declining for over 100 years and the results speak for themselves...World War l, World War ll, Korean War, Vietnam war, the cold war, wars in the middle east, deaths of millions of people at the hands of dictators like Hitler, Stalin, Pol Pot, etc., the suffering under communism, ISIS and their public beheadings (including children) and burning people alive in cage, Boko Horam and their kidnapping of children, the MANY terrorist attacks like Sept.11 in New York and all across Europe, the violent no go zones in Europe because of immigration, Sweden is the rape capital of the world, etc. I don't know how you can't see the anger and hatred in this world.....or maybe you're just used to it. We need Christian values like loving your neighbor and doing good to those who persecute you...doing good to others even when you get nothing in return, putting God first, your neighbor second, and yourself last. The Ten Commandments need to be taught once again....forbidding killing and stealing and no adultery, etc....rules to live by. If everyone followed Christian principles, we would have total peace and much less suffering in this world.

[@emsparamedic5183]

That room in the back of the church is where the Priest and alter boys put on their robes, and the safe held the Sunday donation collections. That Confessional is really unique. The room where the children sit is called a cry room here in the States & a parent would be in the room with their child. Speakers are piped in so all could hear the Mass. The choir loft is beautiful. The pews on the altar would be for the altar boys, deacons & in some churches the Priests as well. That TV is a hoot! Looks like it's from the late 50's maybe. Great video! Thank you!!

[@RoseFerrachi]

Insomnia brought me to your channel. Here I am at 3:00 AM watching several of your videos. I'm a fan! Love your channel. Aloha!

[@NewnameSameme]

A beautiful church, a beautiful film of it. So respectful too. Your clips get better and better. Thank you.

[@chrisdeet1]

Catching up on your videos. Love this church! The confessional, brings back many memories. The organ and I'm sure the choir was up there too. I used to sing in our church choir in grade school, the school was upstairs and the church on main floor. Had to go every day to church and sing for Mr. Waggoner. Thanks for bringing these memories back!

[@ironmaven1760]

I just love your genuine interest and enthusiasm all the time! My background is in architecture, so I very much appreciate your knowledge of history, that you take the time to give people like me, who don't live in Europe, the back story of how and why these beautiful places became abandoned..and how you film each place with a real eye for detail and artistic beauty..thank you so much!!.... Love from the US !😊

[@BowenOrg]

DEAR "IRON MAVEN"... AKA ARCHITECT... WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP US SAVE THIS MAGNIFICENT CHURCH? WE'RE LOOKING FOR SPONSORS GLOBALLY SO WE CAN "MAKE AN OFFER TO PURCHASE" AND THEN REHAB IT. MAYBE YOU COULD BE IN CHARGE!!! : ) ALL SPONSORS WILL BE ABLE TO VISIT FOR FREE AND STAY FOR EXTENDED VACATIONS!! WE BUY ABANDONED AND FORECLOSED CASTLES, CHATEAUS, MANSIONS, MONASTERIES, GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS ETC! AND WE PAY REFERRAL FEES IF YOU HELP US FIND THE OWNERS SO WE CAN MAKE AN OFFER TO PURCHASE. WE USE "NON-DISCLOSURE" AGREEMENTS TO PROTECT ALL PARTIES. IF YOU'RE INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT US ASAP. WHO WE ARE: * I'm an Award-winning Artist and Publisher with 40+ years of experience in a wide variety of art mediums. * I'm also a real estate designer, developer and investor and we're working on some of the most important projects on the planet. * My wife is an Award-winning Sales Consultant and Winner Of $50,000 From A San Diego Radio Station Contest. WHAT WE'RE DOING: * We're working on a business model to do the following: 1. Buy and rehab castles, chateaus, mansions etc.. and share with the world! 2. Save all antiques, art and collectibles and share with the world! YOU'RE INVITED TO HELP US SAVE OUR PLANET'S HISTORY: * Time is running out ladies and gentlemen for a lot of our older buildings. * Many abandoned and foreclosed buildings are decaying rapidly and all the unique things inside are doing the same. * At the same time, vandalism is everywhere and it's destroying our beautiful and unique past. WE CAN'T LET THIS HAPPEN! WE MUST STOP THIS NOW! WE'RE ABOUT READY TO START OUR GLOBAL "SAVE OUR HISTORY PROGRAM"(TM) AND YOU CAN HELP BY BEING A SPONSOR. THE AMOUNT VARIES FROM A $1.00 UP TO UNLIMITED. THE MORE YOU CONTRIBUTE, THE MORE YOU RECEIVE IN RETURN... INCLUDING COMPLIMENTARY VISITS TO THE PLACES WE REHAB. AND THE SATISFACTION OF KNOWING THAT YOU HELPED SAVE CASTLES, CHATEAUS, MANSIONS, ARTWORK, SCULPTURE, ANTIQUES ETC. IT'S YOUR HISTORY... HELP US TO SAVE IT FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR FUTURE GENERATIONS! (TM) If you're interested in helping us... please let us know. Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. Brad Bowen Real Estate Designer, Developer & Investor USA [e-mail]

[@Wonderhussy]

WOW! These guys go to the BEST places...I wish we had stuff like this out in the desert where I live! I found a little abandoned chapel out in the desert once....but it was nothing compared to this amazing church!!

[@jonaeflure]

What a pity to see how things are simply left behind. The cabinets, church bells organs etc... Thank you for making this video. It was really cool to see this church. ♡

[@BowenOrg]

WANT TO HELP US CHANGE THAT TOUJOUR? WE'RE LOOKING FOR SPONSORS SO WE CAN MAKE AN OFFER TO PURCHASE AND THEN REHAB THIS ASTONISHING AND BEAUTIFUL CHURCH! ALL SPONSORS WOULD BE ABLE TO VISIT FOR FREE AND STAY FOR EXTENDED VACATIONS! WE BUY ABANDONED AND FORECLOSED CASTLES, CHATEAUS, MANSIONS, MONASTERIES, GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS ETC! AND WE PAY REFERRAL FEES IF YOU HELP US FIND THE OWNERS SO WE CAN MAKE AN OFFER TO PURCHASE. WE USE "NON-DISCLOSURE" AGREEMENTS TO PROTECT ALL PARTIES. IF YOU'RE INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT US ASAP. WHO WE ARE: * I'm an Award-winning Artist and Publisher with 40+ years of experience in a wide variety of art mediums. * I'm also a real estate designer, developer and investor and we're working on some of the most important projects on the planet. * My wife is an Award-winning Sales Consultant and Winner Of $50,000 From A San Diego Radio Station Contest. WHAT WE'RE DOING: * We're working on a business model to do the following: 1. Buy and rehab castles, chateaus, mansions etc.. and share with the world! 2. Save all antiques, art and collectibles and share with the world! YOU'RE INVITED TO HELP US SAVE OUR PLANET'S HISTORY: * Time is running out ladies and gentlemen for a lot of our older buildings. * Many abandoned and foreclosed buildings are decaying rapidly and all the unique things inside are doing the same. * At the same time, vandalism is everywhere and it's destroying our beautiful and unique past. WE CAN'T LET THIS HAPPEN! WE MUST STOP THIS NOW! WE'RE ABOUT READY TO START OUR GLOBAL "SAVE OUR HISTORY PROGRAM"(TM) AND YOU CAN HELP BY BEING A SPONSOR. THE AMOUNT VARIES FROM A $1.00 UP TO UNLIMITED. THE MORE YOU CONTRIBUTE, THE MORE YOU RECEIVE IN RETURN... INCLUDING COMPLIMENTARY VISITS TO THE PLACES WE REHAB. AND THE SATISFACTION OF KNOWING THAT YOU HELPED SAVE CASTLES, CHATEAUS, MANSIONS, ARTWORK, SCULPTURE, ANTIQUES ETC. IT'S YOUR HISTORY... HELP US TO SAVE IT FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR FUTURE GENERATIONS! (TM) If you're interested in helping us... please let us know. Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. Brad Bowen Real Estate Designer, Developer & Investor USA [e-mail]

[@chloegilbert647]

The rock alter with statue of Mary represents when The Blessed Mother appeared to Saint Bernadette in the French town of Lourdes in a small alcove in the side of a hill ....the statue is called "Our Lady of Lourdes".

[@newnormtrump7519]

IM SO DISAPPOINTED TO HEAR THAT MOST BELGIANS ARE NOT RELIGIOUS ANYMORE HOW SAD SUCH BEAUTIFUL CHURCHES GOING TO WASTE SO SAD

[@MrJrsdts]

NEW NORM TRUMP It’s all part of the following away. We are truly in the last days, it will be like it was in the days of Noah.

[@newnormtrump7519]

I SO AGREE WE ARE TOTALLY IN THE LAST DAYS BETTER GET TO READING THE BIBLE AT LEAST

[@Sean-ll5cm]

The 'last days'? We've been in the 'last days' for 2 thousand years... Religion = ignorance and stupidity

[@vdgitaliano]

NEW NORM TRUMP it isn't just belgium that people have fallen away. There is a very good minister here on youtube named Amir Tsarfati, a messianic Jew. He said one time in a sermon that if the rapture happened today, nobody in europe would probably realize it until they watched the evening world news. Having many relatives in europe i can attest to this being very true. It's funny that places like china and india and certain places in the middle east are having an explosion in faith at great and dangerous risks for them, and everywhere else in the world we are throwing away what they are dying for. Here in the u.s. atheism among people 30 or younger is at a rate of about 70 percent. As our older generations die off, america will become like these nations of europe... it is foretold.

[@peacefulpossum2438]

That's not quite accurate. Young Americans are turning away from organized religion. That doesn't mean they aren't spiritual or don't believe in God. Considering how organized religion has aligned itself with conservative politicians, it isn't surprising.

[@sylviasanchez7500]

I think this young man would make a very good preacher, his voice is so calming and he has a profound interest 21st century civilization and its decaying end. He is honest about what he finds and seems to respect where he goes. He has taken us all across European country sides on youtube showing us forsaken homes we never knew could exist. Fascinating buildings and architectures. I enjoy going along for the explore. The only reason that I do watch these videos is because he is so well mannered, engaging and vibrant.

[@constanceroma8264]

The large white vessel where you were blessing yourself with water is called a Baptisamal Font. It’s so upsetting to see the way these beautiful churches are left to decay. Great job you’ve done on this exploration. Ty so much.

[@WCM1945]

I share your sorrow. I love beauty wherever it;s found, regardless of its inspiration. These buildings should be preserved as concert halls, especially the organs.

[@MerAngel12121]

Bros of Decay, I Love your vids, appreciate all your work and am so happy for the growth in your channel. That being said, because we care what becomes of you, you would make me and many other mother hen types much happier if you would take more precautions, such as wearing (hard hats) of some sort, like a construction hard hat, which are made for that kind of environment. Carry particle masks with you, at the very least, rubber gloves, heavier gloves, extra pair of socks and shoes, eye protection and a complete first aid kit. To be the best example of the work you do, it is a must to protect yourselves. I can suggest a couple things for first aid that are natural helps. One is (cayenne pepper) because if someone is bleeding and you pour some cayenne on the wound, it (will clot the blood right away and stop the bleeding). Another is (raw honey) because if you have a cut, chapped lips, scrapes and you apply some raw honey to it and cover with a bandage, because of the substance in it called Royal jelly (it is fed to the Queen Bee), it (rapidly closes up wounds and heals them fast). Some people carry cordizone capsules for bee stings and either swallow it or pour it on the bite, but if not try (mud) If you get a bee sting or other bug bites, even if you aren't allergic, go immediately to the nearest clean looking (soil, mix with some clean water) and apply the mix to the sting. It (will draw the poison out) right away. I have used it on many hornet stings in my life. Works fast. I have many helpful, tried and true remedies that are easily accessible and inexpensive, so if you want more ideas, please let me know. Alrighty? Love your channel and hope to see you for many healthy years.

[@Aslanreturn]

MerAngel12121 Yes, I with about their breathing in black mold or some other cancer-causing particles in those old buildings. They do a great job; they just need to care for themselves.

[@celestialskye1]

MerAngel12121 You are a treasure trove of knowledge! 💕 Don't know about anyone else, but I would love hearing about your remedies. 😳

[@tamarrajames3590]

MerAngel12121 while cayenne pepper will stop a wound from bleeding, pure alum will do the same with less burning. Pure natural honey is a great antiseptic to prevent infection from entering a scrape or wound, as is pure turpentine. I agree with being prepared for dangers and mishaps, and old style remedies have many safe and effective methods. We do want these guys around doing this for a long time to come. 🖤🇨🇦

[@garygansbrubaker]

MerAngel12121 What wise requests! I agree with you. I would hate to see him become ill or die prematurely because of the risks of these buildings with years of neglect.

[@orchid3457]

I cannot believe that I am walking through an abandoned church in Belgium. What an amazing experience! It's thanks to you dear Lesly, Greetings from Sri Lanka!

[@cindynash8184]

SO AMAZING .. IT WAS GLORIOUS , THANK YOU FOR TAKING ME THERE

[@bethland4966]

Beautiful, this church leaves your imagination to run wild. It is sad so many people are turning away from God. Never ever doubt, you are blessed in so many ways. You have a beautiful heart and a old soul. Your appreciation for the old ways and the beauty in it. Love your videos love you.

[@patriciasimmons7877]

That was so sad...it really breaks my heart to see a beautiful church just fall to waste..can't someone buy that church and save it? If I could I would save it in a heart beat.. I would try and open the church back to what it is a church..shame on you for swearing in a church...lol..thank you peace..

[@Sean-ll5cm]

many churches are converted into other sorts of buildings

[@___LC___]

What is a swear word other than a sound that man has imbued with power? Fuck isn't a shameful word and people shouldn't be shamed for making a sound that does not harm anyone. It wasn't a word at all when your bible was written, however what was written in that tome was instruction not to worship in gathered in buildings. So, which is the "sin", to say "fuck" in a cathedral or to worship in one?

[@patriciasimmons7877]

Wow wow wow...

[@patriciasimmons7877]

I'm not sure what bible you say you know about... But that's not the one I read..you are to worship in the house of the lord ...and yes that swear word is a bad thing you say it's only a word? Would you let your little child walk around and tell people fuc% you? That's ok Right?Well not to me I find it offending.. This is what I call no respect that's what it is..have a wonderful blessed day..

[@ceasarandrepont5331]

My dear, it should be demolished. These people do not believe in God, they do not believe in anything to do with creation.

[@patricksaxon3983]

Hopefully it will not get vandalized, what an amazing church, especially a pipe organ!

[@jamiehartz3450]

Such a beautiful tour Lesley and the amazing narration . I love your description. Thank you for Including is. Much love friend.

[@matthewoffenbacher6548]

The bell tower is an intricate and sturdy structure I'm sure given the weight, and movement. And those organ pipes can produce tones of resonance so low that are only felt, or sensed. Fantastic all of this church edifice. WOW!!!

[@jennifernoyes6211]

You young men are always so respectful of each place you visit. Makes me sad to see such a beautiful church with no people in it.

[@rhondimoerike8272]

The glass room for children's church is beautiful. I'm a Sunday school teacher of 22 years and counting. Such a beautiful place.

[@Saucyakld]

Gorgeous church, shame about being abandoned. I missed this one, visited Brugge and found amazing churches there too. But Vienna takes the cake, I was gobsmacked! Our oldest church is 1846 or so.

[@IrishAnnie]

The child stress is specifically for baptisms. I am especially touched by the fact that the flowers on either side of the altar have faded. It’s as though they have walked right out and left everything is is. I would love to live there. It would make a beautiful, stunning home.

[@LCMary62]

Absolutely beautiful! Was the keyboard for that huge pipe organ under it? So lovely. Leslie, around 2:45 you were wondering what was in the vault. Many churches had vessels for the wine, the water and the Host (the priest would mix the wine with water before he blessed it so there would be enough for everyone who wanted some) as well as candle sticks made from gold or silver. They would store them in a vault, more lately, so that the vessels would not be stolen. That may be what was in that vault. Around 3:06 is a Christening Dress. When a baby would be blessed, Christened or Baptized and "washed of Original Sin" as some religions believe. I have a Christening dress that my dad wore (as a baby), I wore it, and all my children wore when we were Christened as infants. It is 81 years old and I keep it in an acid free box, so it stays nice. I was raised Catholic, but other Christian religions believe in Infant Baptism, too. 7:47 is a Baptismal Font. Where they would use water to Baptize the babies. Great job! Warmly, Mary in Chicago, USA

[@BrosOfDecay]

yes it was underneat it :) thanks for the info

[@threeicys]

Beautiful architecture and craftsmanship, I certainly hope Belgium churches like this will be part of a historical preservation project. Religious or not the building is treasure that need to be cared for so future generations can enjoy it. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@jennyoh4783]

Little 1000 column Gothic church Explores like bros of decay have bought the people you will not be forgotten.

[@Lmowell1]

You are so adorable.... (I say that in a motherly type of way). I so appreciate you showing us these beautiful places... You always say you don't believe in God... I think you do believe... You are so respectful of Jesus and the churches and places you visit.. Thank you again for bringing us these wonderful finds.

[@2bczar4u]

Many of the smaller churches in England have been renovated and turned into either apartments or homes. This preserves the architecture of the outside and some of the inside. Makes for really beautiful homes.

[@dracorigel]

Yet another magnificent video Guys! I eagerly wait for your notifications of a new clip and will basically stop anything I'm in the middle of to watch. You explain everything is such descriptive detail, Lesley. I love your beautiful Belgium with Brugge possibly being my favorite city on the Planet...

[@clintmax]

Hello, Lesley! That was a beautiful church! Thank you so much for taking us along on that explore! I always get so excited when I see that you've uploaded a new video. I miss seeing Jordy too. I hope he's doing OK! Keep up the hard work, my friend! We love it!

[@christinetheresa7416]

Beautiful. The woodwork, the windows, the floors are all just beautiful. Great job guys.

[@billp4380]

I really enjoy your narration as you describe. You seem to be a sensitive and a respectful person. In this age of anything goes we need to have a reverence for those who have gone before us. Thank You!

[@lauraodle5816]

This is one of the most beautiful abandoned churches ever! People and times change, leaving behind all that once was. Thanks for sharing! ❤

[@TDAMGIRL]

WOW the church was really beautiful. I loved the stained glass and the carved wood. what a shame it all just sitting there. I loved how they had that cave in there. TY for sharing,

[@randycoolbaugh1408]

This is beyond sad! If I were rich, I would buy that church in a second!! just to preserve it!

[@PennyRossfairy_dust_]

I'm in AWWW at the Beauty of this church. So sad to see or of people walking away from their Faith and Church as you had said. My heart hurts, for this reason. Beautiful video💜🙏🙌🙏💜

[@gautierarnould-ducrocq1837]

Very nice video! Some details: 01:20 Tabernacle 01:44 Choir-stalls 05:55 This grotto was erected in memory of Ms. Alix Gobbe from Lodelinsart, born in Jumet... and died in Louvain... Pray for her.

[@leanney3763]

You making your friend jump..... I couldn’t stop laughing.... priceless look on their face, screaming , what did she think you were 🤣🤣🤣

[@Kaarne]

Another incredible place. I'm not religious at all, either, but I still appreciate the architecture of churches. And I especially love old churches.

[@ceasarandrepont5331]

Why, do you love churches? You believe you and parents were from a family of orangutans that scratch his or her ass and eat from it.

[@tracywhited]

So beautiful and so sad that people are loosing connection to God. I don’t know what I would do without hope and faith in my God. No wonder our world is in the state it is these days. Your videos brighten my week.

[@franobrien6952]

Medjugorje ...the most beautiful peaceful place on the earth🙏🏻

[@janwarriner5037]

Another wonderful site to explore. I love where you take us. Always such interesting places. Such a sad thing this church is abandoned. You do have an understanding of the Christian Churches. Only thing you might've not known is the white marble with the round basin. I think it's a baptismal font for babies. Long ago the priest would hold the baby in the basin to baptize them. On a lighter note..I'm old enough to be your mom I think but your good looks could put our Brad Pitt, American actor, out of business! You have the looks of an actor and are well versed. Love being a subscriber! Best wishes and continued success on KZbin!

[@BowenOrg]

DEAR MS WARRINER... WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP US TO TRY AND SAVE THIS AMAZING CHURCH? WE'RE LOOKING FOR SPONSORS GLOBALLY SO WE CAN "MAKE AN OFFER TO PURCHASE" AND THEN REHAB. ALL SPONSORS WOULD BE ABLE TO VISIT FOR FREE AND STAY FOR EXTENDED VACATIONS! : ) WE BUY ABANDONED AND FORECLOSED CASTLES, CHATEAUS, MANSIONS, MONASTERIES, GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS ETC! AND WE PAY REFERRAL FEES IF YOU HELP US FIND THE OWNERS SO WE CAN MAKE AN OFFER TO PURCHASE. WE USE "NON-DISCLOSURE" AGREEMENTS TO PROTECT ALL PARTIES. IF YOU'RE INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT US ASAP. WHO WE ARE: * I'm an Award-winning Artist and Publisher with 40+ years of experience in a wide variety of art mediums. * I'm also a real estate designer, developer and investor and we're working on some of the most important projects on the planet. * My wife is an Award-winning Sales Consultant and Winner Of $50,000 From A San Diego Radio Station Contest. WHAT WE'RE DOING: * We're working on a business model to do the following: 1. Buy and rehab castles, chateaus, mansions etc.. and share with the world! 2. Save all antiques, art and collectibles and share with the world! YOU'RE INVITED TO HELP US SAVE OUR PLANET'S HISTORY: * Time is running out ladies and gentlemen for a lot of our older buildings. * Many abandoned and foreclosed buildings are decaying rapidly and all the unique things inside are doing the same. * At the same time, vandalism is everywhere and it's destroying our beautiful and unique past. WE CAN'T LET THIS HAPPEN! WE MUST STOP THIS NOW! WE'RE ABOUT READY TO START OUR GLOBAL "SAVE OUR HISTORY PROGRAM"(TM) AND YOU CAN HELP BY BEING A SPONSOR. THE AMOUNT VARIES FROM A $1.00 UP TO UNLIMITED. THE MORE YOU CONTRIBUTE, THE MORE YOU RECEIVE IN RETURN... INCLUDING COMPLIMENTARY VISITS TO THE PLACES WE REHAB. AND THE SATISFACTION OF KNOWING THAT YOU HELPED SAVE CASTLES, CHATEAUS, MANSIONS, ARTWORK, SCULPTURE, ANTIQUES ETC. IT'S YOUR HISTORY... HELP US TO SAVE IT FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR FUTURE GENERATIONS! (TM) If you're interested in helping us... please let us know. Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. Brad Bowen Real Estate Designer, Developer & Investor USA [e-mail]

[@purplestorms9816]

Thank you so much Lesley the church was so beautiful and thank you for your respectful attitude, love from America

[@debbiepaster5345]

So sad the beautiful buildings that are left behind and forgotten. Amazing cave, must be an ancient sacred site that they acknowledged and saved. Thank you for your beautiful research.

[@johndifrancisco3642]

Leslie, Thank you so much for that. Watching and listening to you is like therapy :) Your so caring about everything. I liked when you made sure you put the song book back in the right place. When I can I will donate some money because you, Jordy and William are definitely worth it. When you said you could read the notes and wish you could play the piano I thought you might belt out a tune on the organ :) How do you know how to read music? If you can't answer I understand. I love you guys!

[@mollyquinn9120]

That church is magnificent! The skilled craftsmanship in the wood working, plaster works, stained glass windows & everything else is outstanding. What a shame it isn't being used. Thanks for the great tour.

[@gailhill1599]

Your videos are excellent! I enjoy them more than any others I've seen of those that explore adandoned sites. You have a great personality, give good information about the structures you're exploring, and really seem to love and care about what you do. Subscribed!

[@gaylesuemedley-barton4217]

Leslie, your eexcitement and enthusiasm are contagious, I love your videos. Thank you so much!

[@achilliaroberso9366]

It is so sad to see this building abandoned it has so much beautiful architecture in it ! It should be made it to a museum, 😰

[@domn415]

So sad to see such a beautiful church not being used and abandon!! It amazes me that vandals have not destroyed the interior of the church and that it is not covered in graffiti. If this abandon church was in the US it would be trashed and everything stolen. Thank you for another amazing video of a gorgeous church!

[@mariadej.torresdelatorre1345]

What a shame that beautiful church is abandoned, far from religion it is art, there are a lot of trasures there, the organ, the wood pieces, the statues, the music book... and at some moment it will be lost. Love your respect and I admire your polite speaking. I have been in some cities of Belgium, beautiful country, greetings from San Luis Potosí, México.

[@charlottewetzel5010]

Magnificent architecture.thank you for the tour. You are always respectful with showing the items left behind 😊

[@christianehuber1145]

So much awesome artwork. I love it really much. The small marble basin is for baptisms. Babies are baptized there. The smaller room can be used in many ways. For meditation and smaller commemorations, e.g. B. Funeral with few mourners or for childcare during the service, because children often get bored and then there is childcare.

[@sallya.2412]

Awesome church, love the arches and designs in the woodwork. Amazing to see that cave in there. So sad that this place is left to decay. Great video, you guys are awesome.

[@ceasarandrepont5331]

Basement not cave.

[@sljallen]

Very pretty architecture. Thank you for sharing.

[@yupitstrue9928]

wow! why such beauty just decaying 😣 Thank you so much for sharing with us! I love your videos.

[@ceasarandrepont5331]

These people believe in Atheism, not a religion nor a belief in a monotheistic society.

[@laurawrona7961]

Thank you Leslie I appreciate your love of decay and beautiful old architecture Please continue to bring the videos to us.

[@BatchelderPatrick]

The small room would be called the vestry. Where the priest would put on his vestments or robes. The safe may well have been used for the collection money before deposit into a bank. In the USA,, it's not unusual for an unused church to be sold for a dollar to a charity or the City for use as a common space for art exhibitions, meetings, concerts etc. Maintaining these old churches can take a lot of money and a City might not want to commit tax dollars to that. Of course, once a church is deconsecrated it becomes simply another building. Good or bad, many in the USA have been refurbished into homes and even nightclubs. Looks like you may have been reared Catholic: be careful, as we say in the USA "Once a Catholic always a Catholic"!!!

[@BowenOrg]

DEAR "PDB".... WE WANT TO RAISE FUNDS TO MAKE AN OFFER TO PURCHASE AND THEN REHAB THIS BEAUTIFUL AND AMAZING CHURCH! WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A SPONSOR AND HELP US? IF YES, ALL SPONSORS WOULD BE ABLE TO VISIT FOR FREE AND STAY FOR EXTENDED VACATIONS! WE BUY ABANDONED AND FORECLOSED CASTLES, CHATEAUS, MANSIONS, MONASTERIES, GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS ETC! AND WE PAY REFERRAL FEES IF YOU HELP US FIND THE OWNERS SO WE CAN MAKE AN OFFER TO PURCHASE. WE USE "NON-DISCLOSURE" AGREEMENTS TO PROTECT ALL PARTIES. IF YOU'RE INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT US ASAP. WHO WE ARE: * I'm an Award-winning Artist and Publisher with 40+ years of experience in a wide variety of art mediums. * I'm also a real estate designer, developer and investor and we're working on some of the most important projects on the planet. * My wife is an Award-winning Sales Consultant and Winner Of $50,000 From A San Diego Radio Station Contest. WHAT WE'RE DOING: * We're working on a business model to do the following: 1. Buy and rehab castles, chateaus, mansions etc.. and share with the world! 2. Save all antiques, art and collectibles and share with the world! YOU'RE INVITED TO HELP US SAVE OUR PLANET'S HISTORY: * Time is running out ladies and gentlemen for a lot of our older buildings. * Many abandoned and foreclosed buildings are decaying rapidly and all the unique things inside are doing the same. * At the same time, vandalism is everywhere and it's destroying our beautiful and unique past. WE CAN'T LET THIS HAPPEN! WE MUST STOP THIS NOW! WE'RE ABOUT READY TO START OUR GLOBAL "SAVE OUR HISTORY PROGRAM"(TM) AND YOU CAN HELP BY BEING A SPONSOR. THE AMOUNT VARIES FROM A $1.00 UP TO UNLIMITED. THE MORE YOU CONTRIBUTE, THE MORE YOU RECEIVE IN RETURN... INCLUDING COMPLIMENTARY VISITS TO THE PLACES WE REHAB. AND THE SATISFACTION OF KNOWING THAT YOU HELPED SAVE CASTLES, CHATEAUS, MANSIONS, ARTWORK, SCULPTURE, ANTIQUES ETC. IT'S YOUR HISTORY... HELP US TO SAVE IT FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR FUTURE GENERATIONS! (TM) If you're interested in helping us... please let us know. Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. Brad Bowen Real Estate Designer, Developer & Investor USA [e-mail]

[@tamarrajames3590]

What a beautiful place to explore, and nice to see Jordy back on the camera, although your alternate does a very fine job as well. the Gothic style woodwork is magnificent, and seeing those intact stained glass windows was an unexpected pleasure. I always appreciate your sensitivity to the places you visit and their history. Thanks for letting me tag along again. Take care and be well. 🖤🇨🇦

[@rjdomingo9523]

i think this might be the right translations for the candle alter : pray for the candle. Lord, let this candle that I burn be "light" so that you hide me in my difficulties and my decisions. Be it "fire" so that you burn roof selfishness, pride and impurity. May it be "flame" for you to warm my heart and defeat me. Lord, I can not stay long in your Church: May this candle prolong prayer to me in the activities of this day. Amen.

[@Lily-has-wings]

Hi Leslie! This was a magnificent find! The wood work was absolutely breathtaking! Heck, even if I wasn't a Christian I would go to this church just to sit quietly and enjoy looking at all the architectural beauty. I thought the children's little chairs were so adorable. Shame on you for scaring your friend in there.....very funny though! I'm a practical joker too. 😆 However, it really saddened me to hear that Belgium is losing faith in God and religion. Why is that?

[@___LC___]

Lily Because there is no evidence of any gods existence.

[@lopat2594]

Because people don't reach out to the youth like they use to. There is nothing wrong with believing in god or attending church.

[@juliethethriftydesigner]

If you did some research you would find that there is proof that God does exist, unfortunately it's not out in mainstream where people can see it easily. There is a group that is called Genesis in answers, you can find them on KZbin. They show all the artifacts and stuff that proves the Bible to be true and shows how God is really real. I think if you look them up, it could help you to learn a little bit about who God is. I absolutely loved watching this video looking at that beautiful Church. it is such a shame that it is falling down it makes me really sad to see such beautiful buildings decaying.

[@garygansbrubaker]

That's your belief, but this proof is not existent except if you decide this out of blind faith. He is respectful of these places, but using his politeness as an opportunity to force your beliefs upon him is not being respectful to him. In Europe due to the millennia of Wars by Religion has turned us away from what you have chosen to believe. There are far too many churches that are modern, including this one. In Europe there are thousands of these, so Christians frequently abandon these in favour of preserving the larger structures that hold historical significance. You have to remember that 100 years old is not old in Europe, and if you come to Europe you will see that there are plenty of examples of amazing religious buildings, some of these are still open with services.

[@thecupoftruth3508]

Gary Gans I watched this in sadness he is very respectful for so many do not know. I had a encounter for those who do not believe I pray other wise and also understand what Jesus said on the Cross, Father forgive them for they do not know. I have a subscriber who is Atheist Agnostic and we discuss in respect to one another, I know his values he knows mine. Truly a kind man.

[@vickyvonstein2331]

this guy is sincere, knowledgeable and not on drugs and complete degenerates like most other "abandoned" channels.

[@geraldlarocque6832]

Beautiful church! When you sat, you looked like the perfect altarboy then you swore!!!!

[@___LC___]

Gerald Larocque So what? The word didn't even exist in biblical times. It is only our modern society that has deemed it a sin, no holy book. The Bible does condemn gathering to worship in buildings, that is against the word.

[@geraldlarocque6832]

Christy T that doesn't even make sense!! I'm just saying there's a time and a place and that wasn't it!!!!

[@shreve99]

@@___LC___ No, the Bible never says that. You are obviously taking something WAY out of context! What a stupid thing to say!

[@eden7736]

LoL. Sign O the times. He's very beautiful and respectful!

[@joe2ryl]

I read somewhere that this church was built in 1876 and eventually ordered by the mayor to close only in December 2012. So it's kinda freshly abandoned. It seems like the church structure was deteriorating yet the local government chose to ignore its pleas to repair until the collapse of the ceiling of the aisle in early December proved to be too dangerous. Hope the town, city council can change their mind or some rich person can help to restore and maintain it. What a waste for all the beautiful architecture, artefacts and history to be left to rot and disintegrate. Great video btw!

[@agrotta1650]

Great episode! Amazing church! Thank you!

[@sewlittletimetosew7633]

Such a gorgeous old church. So sad that it is abandoned and falling into disrepair. You scared the dickens out of me going up into the bell tower. Be careful! I cannot tell you how much I enjoy your explorations and the care you take with everything. Oh and what you thought was a child's dress in the sacristy, I believe was probably an outfit for an "Infant of Prague" statue...they used to make them with different costumes for different seasons, I believe. But that is just a guess.

[@jlelliotton]

The room with the safe is the sacristy where the vestments would be stored. The safe would be to store the church silver/gold dishes used in communion.

[@bobholmes65]

It is a beautiful Catholic Church. I was so sorry to hear that more and more people in Belgium have lost their faith. Unbelievable how this abandoned church is in beautiful condition! I live in the United States and can tell you that this church would be vandalized. The woodwork is beautiful.

[@carphilil]

Very beautiful church!! Please be careful every time you trip it make me antsy from this one and the one in Spain. Keep up the good work and keep having fun at what you are doing. You are by far the best of all the explorers on KZbin!!

[@suzyabc]

fantastic loved the church and all the details of furniture,the font,the way the chairs were lined up like that,the organ and piano,such a shame to be left to rot,well done leslie jordy and freinds great vidio look forward to watching more,thankyou.

[@IrishAnnie]

The marble faucet and basin is actually a christening bowl for baptisms, and whatever looks like a faucet it’s actually for a candle. And it generally holds what they called the Easter candle. It would contain holy water or anyone could dip your fingers in and give them selves a blessing. But baptism is a huge sacrament in the Catholic Church.

[@justinbennink3926]

Zeer zonde dat het vertalen is, hier in Nederland hetzelfde geval heel veel kerken sluiten hun deuren mensen hebben gen geloof meer in God, of de gebouwen worde gebruikt voor andere dingen zoals verjaardagslocaties

[@nancysweeney2160]

Such a magnificent church! Thank you for the history background and the respect you show. I feel such sadness when I see this abandoned.

[@lynlynch2168]

glad Gordy is back--he is great with the camera

[@kayhalliwell4404]

What a beautiful church. It is more like a cathedral because of its size. Also, a wonderful video as usual from you Lesley.

[@tek5692]

LOVE these videos guys! This one is amazing, a beautiful and holy place. What's in the vault? Probably sacred vessels for the celebration of the Mass... beautiful chalices and plates, and other items of silver and gold.

[@sharondavidson2581]

Such a beautiful church.You find the most amazing places to explore! Please keep doing this

[@dadsvespa]

Guys...I know its a new world, and people change...but I still find it sad, that all these magnificent churches, and bell towers, and pipe organs are abandoned and silent. Its like people feel there is no mystery to life, or death, anymore. Myths and belief systems used to prop us up while we worked and toiled for our daily bread. Sunday was a special day, and to meet there, and hear a great sermon ...in a magnificent cathedral ...made you feel that there is something greater than yourself, something more to this world than just working and dying and then that's it....I think just getting together person to person was beneficial for people who were lonely, or ill. It used to give us hope...and being good...made you feel ..good !..lol. Good Vid. matt

[@spotedlady]

BEAUTIFUL. I can't believe that the bells are still there!! I don't think I have ever seen a Church in America that was empty and the bell was still there. They are very valuable.