Inside the Basilica of St Gertrude of Nivelles
One of the altars shows St Gertrude receiving Communion. 
But she could not receive at this altar anymore, as it has been desecrated by the removal of the relics which are essential to any altar.
Another pulpit safely stored in a side-chapel, giving it the air of a museum piece and the Basilica the feel of a museum. Would not be used for anything as dangerous as preaching the Catholic Faith.
A second pulpit in the Basilica. Just by the west door, so will certainly also be never used.
And where has St Barbara gone?
At least this glorious image of St Francis has survived.
But she could not receive at this altar anymore, as it has been desecrated by the removal of the relics which are essential to any altar.
Another pulpit safely stored in a side-chapel, giving it the air of a museum piece and the Basilica the feel of a museum. Would not be used for anything as dangerous as preaching the Catholic Faith.
A second pulpit in the Basilica. Just by the west door, so will certainly also be never used.
And where has St Barbara gone?
At least this glorious image of St Francis has survived.
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