In 1964, Boston's Government Center was under construction, demolishing a historic neighborhood to build a modern civic plaza. For many residents, this meant the loss of churches, synagogues, and the spiritual landmarks that had anchored their daily lives for generations.
You stand on Hanover Street watching the wrecking ball swing toward the brick church your grandmother attended every Sunday. The dust rises. Around you, neighbors gather—some angry, some resigned—wondering where they'll pray next, where their children will be baptized, where they buried their dead.
Reflect
What building or place in your community holds your family's spiritual memories?