Église Saint-François-Xavier

The Church of Saint-François-Xavier, constructed in the 1960s in the Hauteville district, features a triangular plan with the altar as its focal point. The large wooden ceiling adorned with frisette adds a sense of warmth and hospitality, contrasting sharply with the cold and austere style typical of post-war reconstruction. This design aligns with the liturgical reforms from Vatican II, fostering a closer connection between the divine service and the congregation. Architect G. Duval effectively embraced this liturgical shift, and a comparative analysis with the Church of Saint-Michel in Argentan reveals insightful parallels in their architectural approaches.