In the late 1970s, legendary American architect Philip Johnson and his partner John Burgee presented their designs for an “all-glass church” to Rev. Robert Schuller of what was then known as the Garden Grove Community Church. Upon seeing the plans, Rev. Schuller exclaimed, “Wow, it looks like a crystal cathedral!” The building was a massive undertaking, taking over two years to complete. Standing 120 feet tall (12 stories), 141 feet long and 207 feet wide, this 78,397-square-foot edifice is constructed entirely of glass and steel. With 10,660 panes of mirrored glass and seating for 3,000, the cathedral structure is known the world over for its inspiring beauty and breathtaking scale. (Adapted from Christ Cathedral website)