St James's Church, built in 1684, is a London landmark designed by Sir Christopher Wren. Its distinctive pillars and Corinthian columns, adorned with a carved marble font by Grinling Gibbons and a limewood reredos, make it a stunning architectural gem. In 1902, an outside pulpit was added. However, the church's history is marked by controversies that reflect its progressive and inclusive vision. In 2023, it finds itself at the heart of a contentious debate over a planned drag show, revealing the intricate balance the church maintains between its traditional role and its modern, inclusive identity.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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