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The famous Church that inspired The New John Hancock Building to be reflective-- to not block/overwelm the church's great architecture. Always a stop on any Boston Tour, The Trinity church/landmark sits in the city of Copley Square in the Back Bay. It is considered one of the most significant works by architect Henry Hobson Richardson. John La Farge oversaw the interior painted decoration and executed most of the figure paintings and murals, and a number of the stained glass windows. Trinity also has a unique collection of stained-glass windows, representing a variety of methods and materials. Details of the church's architectural and fine arts are available through Visitor's Programs, which include regular tours and The Shop at Trinity. Worship services are held Sundays all year, and midweek services are held September through June (check website for schedule). Trinity is an Episcopal Church within the Anglican Communion (Church of England), with approximately 2500 member households. Services are Sunday at 7:45am, 9am, 11:15am, and 6pm.

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The famous Old South Church was opened in 1875 and was one of the first United Churches of Christ in Boston. Architecturally the church has gone through many faces and improvements in its Venetian Gothic style, and is one of the most highly visited churches in the city today. It is a National Historic Landmark building, and proudly welcomes the LGBT community to its worship services.

The First Lutheran Church of Boston is the oldest Lutheran church in New England. It is located at the corner of Berkeley and Marlborough Streets. For those unfamiliar with the Lutheran religion, it is a branch of Protestant Christianity that identifies with the teachings of Martin Luther. Luther posted the 95 Theses in 1517 which sparked the Reformation. Rev. Ingo Dutzmann, The First Lutheran Church of Boston's Pastor, states on the church's website that "We preach, teach and confess Jesus Christ crucified, risen and coming again. We also heed His admonition to love our neighbors as ourselves." Sunday worship services are as follows: 8:00am Holy Communion, 9:30am-10:30am Sunday School and Bible Classes for all ages, 11:00am Holy Communion. On Saturdays at 7:00pm there is a Portuguese language holy communion service. During Advent & Lent, there are evening prayers at 7:00pm on Wednesday evenings. During holy week, services take place 7pm Maundy Thursday, Noon and 7:00pm Good Friday, and 7:00pm Holy Saturday.

Emmanuel Church was founded in 1860 as part of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts. Emmanuel's Main Sanctuary was the first building completed on Newbury Street in Boston's newly filled Back Bay. The Leslie Lindsey Memorial Chapel, consecrated in 1924, is considered one of the architectural gems of Boston.

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Founded in 1729, the Arlington Street Church has weekly services on Sunday, midweek services, and religious education for children and adults.