Opening Services At St John The Divine Cathedral In New York

The video covers the history and significance of the Protestant Episcopal Cathedral of Saint John the Divine. It highlights the unveiling of a significant portion of the cathedral, attended by notable figures like New York's governor and Meryl LaGuardia. Bishop William T. Manning delivers a sermon emphasizing service and sacrifice. The event also features a service with flags from 14 nations opposing Hitlerism, and President Roosevelt's remarks on American faith.

What is the significance of the 60-foot curtain mentioned in the video?

• It is a new architectural design.

• It is a symbol of peace.

• It reveals an unbroken expanse of 1/10 of a mile.

• It marks the completion of the cathedral.

Which cathedral is larger than Saint John the Divine?

• Cologne Cathedral

• Westminster Abbey

• Saint Peters in Rome

• Notre Dame Cathedral

Who attended the event along with New York's governor?

• President Roosevelt

• Meryl LaGuardia

• Bishop William T. Manning

• The Mayor of London

What did Bishop William T. Manning emphasize in his sermon?

• The architectural design of the cathedral

• The financial cost of the construction

• The service, devotion, and sacrifice of many people

• The future plans for the cathedral

What did President Roosevelt describe the opening as?

• A cultural event

• A political statement

• A witness to the world of American faith in religion

• A new beginning for the city