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Old 07-26-2017, 03:22 PM
 
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At least twelve churches (now closed) have been deconsecrated making the properties eligible for "profane" purposes.


https://www.dnainfo.com/new-york/201...l-estate-sales
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Old 07-27-2017, 10:05 AM
 
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At least twelve churches (now closed) have been deconsecrated making the properties eligible for "profane" purposes.


https://www.dnainfo.com/new-york/201...l-estate-sales
Declining attendance, plus the church has to pay off sex abuse claims while funding its remaining operations. Churches that aren't being used represent too much money, particularly in places like the East Village. Of course they'll see. In other cases they may rent out to non profits or other businesses.
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