The village of Perumpannaiyur in Tamil Nadu’s Tiruvarur district is home to a remarkable sight: the grand Saint Joseph’s Church. Built in 1871 by Sinnu Udayar, a prominent Christian landowner, this church has a rich history.
The construction spanned 14 years and although it is nearly 150 years old, the church remains unfinished, especially its distinct bell towers.
Fr. Albert Selvaraj, the parish priest since 2019, provides pastoral care for close to 500 parishioners in Perumpannaiyur, with the Church upkeep as his daily priority. The church’s tall walls present a unique cleaning challenge, but with innovation, they’ve introduced iron staircases and winches for better access.
