Photos of the Cathedral of Saint Peter, in Belleville, Illinois

HERE ARE PHOTOS of Saint Peter's Cathedral, seat of the Diocese of Belleville.

I visited the Cathedral on the Feast of the Assumption, to take photos of an exhibit of Marian art. While there, I took a few more photos.

A view of the Cathedral exterior; this is not the best angle, but it was quite hot outside and I avoided walking around to get a better view. My older photos of the Cathedral are here and here, and those articles include additional historical information.

Sunlight filtering through the stained glass windows filled this end of the cathedral with an unusual color.






The sanctuary has a modern order and is located more towards the center of the church; in the background is the Blessed Sacrament chapel.

A Marian shrine is adjacent to the sanctuary.



Blessed Sacrament chapel, where the confessionals are located.

Tomb of Bishop Albert Rudolph Zuroweste. In front is a vesting table; in the back is an altar; to the right is a new cabinet containing items of historical interest: as I was taking this photo, I met the couple who made and donated the cabinet.

Bishops' mitres. This form of hat dates back to the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem.

The newer end of the cathedral dates from 1966. An exhibit of Marian art was on display here. You can see blurry images of people who were here during the camera's long exposure time.

Modern stained glass window at the back of the church shows the Evangelists, with Kings Solomon and David, and Christ the King and the Holy Spirit at the top.

Upon this Rock I will build My Church.

Non-representational stained glass window in the cry room.



Saint Peter, holding a Bible and the Keys to the Kingdom of Heaven.

In a crypt under the church, tombs of bishops.