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==Online Resources and Websites==
==Online Resources and Websites==
*[https://familysearch.org/search/catalog/459422?availability=Family%20History%20Library Catholic Parish registers, 1704-1991. Cathedral of St. Mary the Crowned, Sacred Heart of Jesus, Our Lady of Sorrows,  St. Theresa] images and partial index.


*{{RecordSearch|1770864| Gibraltar Births and Baptisms, 1704-1876}}, index, incomplete.  Also at [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=9878 Ancestry.com], index, incomplete, ($). Also at [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30220/gibraltar-births-baptisms-1704-1876?s=218489221 MyHeritage], index, incomplete, ($).
===Births===
*[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/gibraltar-st-andrews-kirk-baptisms Gibraltar, St Andrew's Kirk Baptisms], index, incomplete, ($).
*'''1704-1848''' {{RecordSearch|4453925|Gibraltar, Church Records, 1704-1848}} at FamilySearch - [[Gibraltar,_Church_Records_-_FamilySearch_Historical_Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*[http://www.nationalarchives.gi/gna/MilitaryBirths_1869-1914.aspx Military Births In Gibraltar 1869-1914], index.
*'''1704-1876''' {{RecordSearch|1770864|Gibraltar Births and Baptisms, 1704-1876}}, index, incomplete.  Also at [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=9878 Ancestry.com], index, incomplete ($). ''Also at: [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30220/gibraltar-births-baptisms-1704-1876?s=218489221 MyHeritage], index, incomplete ($) ''
*'''1704-1991''' {{FSC|459422|item|disp=Catholic Parish registers, 1704-1991, Cathedral of St. Mary the Crowned, Sacred Heart of Jesus, Our Lady of Sorrows,  St. Theresa}}(*) at FamilySearch Catalog - images and partial index.
*'''1840-1947''' [http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/gibraltar-st-andrews-kirk-congregation-records-1840-1947 Gibraltar, St Andrew's Kirk Congregation Records 1840-1947] at Findmypast, index, incomplete ($).
*'''1869-1914''' [http://www.nationalarchives.gi/gna/MilitaryBirths_1869-1914.aspx Military Births In Gibraltar 1869-1914] at National Archives of Gibraltar,  index.
*[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/gibraltar-st-andrews-kirk-baptisms Gibraltar, St Andrew's Kirk Baptisms] at Findmypast, index, incomplete ($).
*[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-births-and-baptisms British Armed Forces and Overseas Births and Baptisms], index & images ($)
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*{{RecordSearch|1770887|Gibraltar Marriages, 1879-1918}}, index, incomplete.  Also at [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=9879 Ancestry.com], index, incomplete, ($). Also at [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30222/gibraltar-marriages-1879-1918?s=218489221 MyHeritage], index, incomplete, ($).
 
*[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/gibraltar-st-andrews-kirk-marriagesGibraltar, St Andrew's Kirk Marriages. early to 1935], index, incomplete, ($).
===Marriages===
*[http://www.nationalarchives.gi/gna/MilitaryMarriages_1869-1914.aspx Military Marriages In Gibraltar 1869-1914], index.
*'''Early to 1935''' [http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/gibraltar-st-andrews-kirk-marriages Gibraltar, St Andrew's Kirk Marriages. early to 1935] at Findmypast, index, incomplete ($).
*'''1704-1848''' {{RecordSearch|4453925|Gibraltar, Church Records, 1704-1848}} at FamilySearch - [[Gibraltar,_Church_Records_-_FamilySearch_Historical_Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*'''1704-1991''' {{FSC|459422|item|disp=Catholic Parish registers, 1704-1991, Cathedral of St. Mary the Crowned, Sacred Heart of Jesus, Our Lady of Sorrows,  St. Theresa}}(*) at FamilySearch Catalog - images and partial index.
*'''1802-1883''' [https://search.findmypast.com/search-world-records/gibraltar-marriages-1802-1942 Protestant marriage licenses] at Findmypast, also includes military and civil marriages ($).
*'''1840-1947''' [http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/gibraltar-st-andrews-kirk-congregation-records-1840-1947 Gibraltar, St Andrew's Kirk Congregation Records 1840-1947] at Findmypast, index, incomplete ($).
*'''1869-1914''' [http://www.nationalarchives.gi/gna/MilitaryMarriages_1869-1914.aspx Military Marriages In Gibraltar 1869-1914], index.
*'''1879-1918''' {{RecordSearch|1770887|Gibraltar Marriages, 1879-1918}}, index, incomplete.  ''Also at: [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=9879 Ancestry.com], index, incomplete ($); [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30222/gibraltar-marriages-1879-1918?s=218489221 MyHeritage], index, incomplete ($).''
*[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-banns-and-marriages British Armed Forces and Overseas Banns and Marriages,], index & images ($)
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*[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/gibraltar-st-andrews-kirk-burials Gibraltar, St Andrew's Kirk Burials], index, incomplete, ($).
 
*[http://www.nationalarchives.gi/gna/MilitaryDeaths_1869-1914.aspx Military Deaths In Gibraltar 1869-1914], index.
===Deaths===
*'''1704-1848''' {{RecordSearch|4453925|Gibraltar, Church Records, 1704-1848}} at FamilySearch - [[Gibraltar,_Church_Records_-_FamilySearch_Historical_Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*'''1704-1991''' {{FSC|459422|item|disp=Catholic Parish registers, 1704-1991, Cathedral of St. Mary the Crowned, Sacred Heart of Jesus, Our Lady of Sorrows,  St. Theresa}}(*) at FamilySearch Catalog - images and partial index.
*'''1840-1947''' [http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/gibraltar-st-andrews-kirk-congregation-records-1840-1947 Gibraltar, St Andrew's Kirk Congregation Records 1840-1947] at Findmypast, index, incomplete ($).
*'''1869-1914''' [https://search.findmypast.com/search-world-records/gibraltar-military-deaths-1869-1914 Gibraltar Military Deaths] at Findmypast ($)
*[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/gibraltar-st-andrews-kirk-burials Gibraltar, St Andrew's Kirk Burials] at Findmypast, index, incomplete ($).
*[http://www.nationalarchives.gi/gna/MilitaryDeaths_1869-1914.aspx Military Deaths In Gibraltar 1869-1914] at National Archives of Gibraltar, index.
*[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/british-armed-forces-and-overseas-deaths-and-burials British Armed Forces and Overseas Deaths and Burials] at Findmypast, index & images ($)
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*[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-Records/gibraltar-st-andrews-kirk-congregation-records-1840-1947 Gibraltar, St Andrew's Kirk Congregation Records 1840-1947], index, incomplete, ($).
 
===Misc.===
*[http://search.findmypast.com/search-world-records/british-civil-service-evidence-of-age?sourceID=13&utm_source=affiliate&utm_content=Forebears&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=%20fmp_us&awc=5927_1504556704_d81f7994f510d95e3a906e2b23e30a1f&dclid=CIyRsL-ujNYCFQMQPwodqFkOmQ British Civil Service Evidence Of Age], index ($)


==Historical Background==
==Historical Background==
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==How to Find Records==
==How to Find Records==
===Digital  Copies of Church Records in the FamilySearch Catalog ===
===Digital  Copies of Church Records in the FamilySearch Catalog ===
Watch for digitized copies of church records to be added to the collection of the FamilySearch Library. Some records might have viewing restrictions, and can only be viewed at a [https://familysearch.org/locations/ '''Family History Center'''] near you, and/or by members of supporting organizations.  To find records:  
Watch for digitized copies of church records to be added to the collection of the FamilySearch Library. Some records might have viewing restrictions, and can only be viewed at a [https://locations.familysearch.org/en/search '''FamilySearch Center'''] near you, and/or by members of supporting organizations.  To find records:  
:::a. Click on the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/results?count=20&placeId=107&query=%2Bplace%3AGibraltar&subjectsOpen=458514-50 '''records of Gibraltar'''].
:::a. Click on the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/results?count=20&placeId=1926984&query=%2Bplace%3A%22Gibraltar%22&subjectsOpen=458514-50 '''records of Gibraltar'''].
:::b. Click on '''Places within Gibraltar''' and a list of towns will appear.
:::b. Click on '''Places within Gibraltar''' and a list of towns will appear.
:::c. Click on your town if it appears, or the location which you believe was the parish which served your town or village.   
:::c. Click on your town if it appears, or the location which you believe was the parish which served your town or village.   
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===Writing for Records===
===Writing for Records===
<span style="color:darkviolet"> You will probably need to write to or email the national archives, the diocese, or local parish priests to find records. See [[French Letter Writing Guide|'''French Letter Writing Guide''']][[Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy|'''Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy''']] for help with composing letters.</span>
<span style="color:darkviolet"> You will probably need to write to or email the national archives, the diocese, or local parish priests to find records. See [[Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy|'''Letter Writing Guide for Genealogy''']] for help with composing letters.</span>
*[https://maps.me/catalog/attractions/amenity-place_of_worship-christian/country-gibraltar/ '''Maps.me Church Listings for Gibraltar''']
*[https://maps.me/catalog/attractions/amenity-place_of_worship-christian/country-gibraltar/ '''Maps.me Church Listings for Gibraltar''']
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/+church+in+%22gibraltar%22/@36.1295041,-5.3884054,13z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for churches in Gibraltar''']
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/+church+in+%22gibraltar%22/@36.1295041,-5.3884054,13z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for churches in Gibraltar''']
=='''Anglican Church Records'''==
Cathedral of the Holy Trinity<br>
The Vestry<br>
Cathedral Square<br>
Gibraltar<br>
Tel: +350 20075745 Fax: +350 20078463<br>
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=='''Bethel Christian Fellowship'''==
Bethel Christian Fellowship<br>
P O Box 568 <br>
Wellington Front<br>
Gibraltar<br>
Tel/Fax : +350 20052002<br>


=='''Catholic Church Records'''==
=='''Catholic Church Records'''==
===Writing for Records===
===Writing for Records===
Earlier records can be held at the diocese, with more recent records still kept in the local parish.  To locate the mailing address or e-mail address for a diocese or local parish, consult:
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/+%22catholic%22+church+in+%22gibraltar%22/@36.1294939,-5.3885771,13z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Catholic churches in Gibraltar''']
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Cathedral of St Mary the Crowned<br>   
Cathedral of St Mary the Crowned<br>   
The Vestry <br>  
The Vestry <br>  
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Tel: +350 20076688 Fax: +350 20043112<br>   
Tel: +350 20076688 Fax: +350 20043112<br>   
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===Historical Background===
===Historical Background===
The 16th century Saint Mary the Crowned is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Gibraltar, and also the oldest Catholic church in the territory.
The 16th century Saint Mary the Crowned is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Gibraltar, and also the oldest Catholic church in the territory. The primary centre of Catholic worship in Gibraltar is the Cathedral, but there are also six churches and a shrine.
 
*Cathedrals
**Cathedral of St. Mary the Crowned
*Churches
**St. Theresa's Parish Church
**St. Paul's Parish Church
**St. Joseph's Parish Church
**St. Bernard's Church
**Sacred Heart Parish Church
**Our Lady of Sorrows Church<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Catholic Church in Gibraltar", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catholic_Church_in_Gibraltar, accessed 6 April 2020. </ref>


=='''Anglican Church Records'''==
Cathedral of the Holy Trinity<br>
The Vestry<br>
Cathedral Square<br>
Gibraltar<br>
Tel: +350 20075745 Fax: +350 20078463<br>
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=='''Church of Scotland Records'''==   
=='''Church of Scotland Records'''==   
St Andrew’s Church<br>   
St Andrew’s Church<br>   
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Gibraltar <br>  
Gibraltar <br>  
Tel: +350 20077040 <br>  
Tel: +350 20077040 <br>  
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=='''Methodist Church Records'''==  
=='''Methodist Church Records'''==  
Methodist Church Office<br>  
Methodist Church Office<br>  
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Tel: +350 20077941<br>  
Tel: +350 20077941<br>  
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=='''Pentecostal/Evangelical Church Records'''==
JEWISH COMMUNITY RECORDS <br>
===Writing for Records===
M E Belilo <br>
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/+%22evangelical%22+church+in+%22gibraltar%22/@36.1294837,-5.3887489,13z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Pentecostal/Evangelical churches in Gibraltar''']
2/1 Engineer Lane <br>
==References==
P O Box 548 <br>
<references/>
Gibraltar <br>
Tel: +350 20079548 <br>
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=='''Bethel Christian Fellowship'''==
Bethel Christian Fellowship<br>
P O Box 568 <br>
Wellington Front<br>
Gibraltar<br>
Tel/Fax : +350 20052002<br>  
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