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* Clerestory: The wall of a church rising above the roof of the flanking aisle and con- to the taining windows for lighting the central part Windows of All Souls of the structure. Some of the clerestory windows of A self-guided tour All Souls are composed of three parts and called trefoil windows, others are single windows. The windows of All Souls Memorial Episcopal Church do what stained windows South Narthex throughout the did: they help tell A new entrance was added to the the story of the birth, life, ministry, , Southwest corner of the Nave. and . Along with these Two windows were moved from images, our windows also contain references the nave to this addition. that are unique to All Souls and the history and

On the entrance level,

life of this particular parish. The tour begins at adjacent to the elevator is the Baptismal Font as a reminder that, for the 32 Christian, the life of faith itself begins with the On the Nave level, in the West wall is

Sacrament of Holy Baptism. 26abc (See this symbol  on the location plan on the next page.) 5. St. [Lancet window, farthest right] Nave—West Wall Altar Symbols shown (top to bottom): an ink well with Transept quill, a scroll, an eagle head with cup. Work of Henry E Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, 1937. N S W North Narthex—(Vestibule) [Windows on the West–North–East Walls]  1. Resurrection Window Altar [Center window behind Baptismal Font ()] Combines the humanity and the divinity of Jesus in a win- Transept dow that is one of the most important at All Souls. E N S In the center panel, the risen Lord W

stands triumphant with guards  “like dead men” trembling at 6a. “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature.” (Lk 2:52) his feet (Mt 28:4). Above his [Left panel of three-panel window on West wall] halo or nimbus is the word, Central figures: Mary, Joseph and the young Jesus. Jesus “Love.” Following the central and Joseph have the tools of carpenters (a mallet and a panel from bottom to top, we saw) and are holding a wooden beam. Mary is behind see Jesus at the Last Supper, the in a stable-like structure looking downward. A dove, risen Christ, and the angel of symbolizing the Holy Spirit, descends upon Mary. glory and judgment. Corners: left top—angels flanking and looking on,bottom In the left panel, is Mary left—angel with a cup, bottom right—angel with a cross. Magdalene, who holds her ala- Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, by Henry baster jar of ointment. A lit candle represents the Light Lee Willet. of Christ. In the right panel, we see St. John the Evangelist holding a book with Alpha and Omega. Below these 6b. “Wist ye not that I must be about my father’s business.” central figures are three small panels depicting scenes (Lk 2:49) [Center panel of three-panel window on West wall] from the earthly life of Jesus. In the left bottom window, Central Figures: Jesus (seated behind a lectern upon is Jesus as a carpenter; in the center, is the Last Supper; which is an open scroll) speaking to Mary and Jo- at right, Jesus heals a blind man. At the top of the right seph (upper right) and to the Rabbis (lower right). and left panels, are two figures labeled Faith and . Upper left is an angel looking on, middle left is a meno- The text under Faith reads: “He that overcometh shall rah, lower left is an angel reading from a book. inherit all things.” (Rv 21:7). Under Hope is the text: “I In the lower right corner is Moses reading from the am Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end.” tablets of the Ten Commandments. (Rv 1:8). Moving up to the circular interlacing at the Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, by Henry top of the window, in the opening stands an angel with a Lee Willet. scroll. On either side of this angel are two others blowing 6c. “And when he was twelve after the custom of trumpets. In a circle around them are the words: “Man the feast and they went to .” (Lk 2:42) small and great shall stand before God.” (Rv 20:12). We [Right panel of three-panel window on West wall] also see the sun and the moon on either side of this area, Central figures: Joseph, Mary, and Jesus representing the heavens. Work of Harry Wright Goodhue Top right & left corners are praying angels, middle left is of Boston, 1929. a Torah, bottom left & right is Jerusalem. Work of Henry 2. St. Matthew the Evangelist Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, by Henry Lee Willet. [Lancet window, farthest left] 7. Tympanum: Life and activities at All Souls Memorial Symbols shown (top to bottom): an ink well with quill, Episcopal Church. [Window over front door of the church] with Matthew holding a book and pen, a human being “The Lord shall preserve with banner. Thy going out and Thy Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, 1939. coming in from this Time 3. St. Mark the Evangelist forth and even for Ever- [Lancet window, left of center window] more.” (Ps 121:8) Across Symbols shown here (top to bottom): an oak tree, a the bottom from left to right, Hebrew scroll, a lion’s head. a rendering of the origi- Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, 1939. nal row house at 2628 Garfield Street, NW where the 4. St. Luke the Evangelist first service of All Souls Mission was held on March [Lancet window, right of center window] 5, 1911. This was the home of Caroline Littlepage Symbols shown (top to bottom): a chemist’s vessel, a Arledge. Next to the row house are a father, a mother scroll, an ox head. Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of and a child dressed in biblical garb. Next to the col- Philadelphia. Designed by Henry Lee Willet, 1940.

1 2 umn and located at the bottom center of the window Nave, Gospel Side—North Wall is a rendering of the All Souls sanctuary complete Altar with vases, flowers, and cross. Above the altar is a detailed rendering of the “Risen Christ” window Transept (See #19 below). To the right of the altar is another E column and next to the column is another image of N S the mother, father, and child again in biblical garb. W In the far bottom right corner is a rendering of All Souls  Church as it appears today. At the top of the Gothic is the image of Christ with outstretched arms, 10a,b,c. The Calling of the Apostles: “Follow me and I will which extend down along the sides of the arch. make you fishers of men.” (Mt 4:19) [Three-panel window] Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, 1947. In this window Jesus calls his first four disciples: Panel a: St. Andrew and St. Peter, at the top and bottom, 8a. “The Lord hath given me my petition.” (1 Sm 1:27) angels with shield, top shield with keys on front of it. [Left panel of three-panel window on East wall] Panel b: Jesus, at the top, angel with crown, at the bottom, Central figures: Hannah, Samuel, and Eli wearing a angel with chalice. breastplate. Panel c: St. John and St. James, at the top, angels with Top left and bottom right: an angel with a censor. shield with cockle shells, at the bottom, angel with Left side center: a rustic hut with a red roof. chalice and serpent. Top right and bottom left: images of angels praying. Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, 1938. Right side center: column with fire. 11a,b,c. The Life of Christ: “Come Unto Me.” (Mt 11:28) 8b. “Except ye become as little children ye shall not enter [Three-panel window] Heaven.” (Mt 18:3) Panel a: [Center panel of three-panel window on East wall] Top medallion: Jesus’ baptism: “This is my beloved son.” Central figures: Jesus with a small child who holds (Mt 3:17) a small dog. To the top side are two men en- Middle medallion: “I am the Resurrection.” (Jn 11:25), gaged in conversation. Below sits a man who ap- Bottom medallion: “He collects his sheep.” (Jn 10) pears to be a merchant or religious leader. Panel b: Top left: three small angels look on. Central figure: “Come Unto Me.” Jesus with children. Bottom left: an angel contemplates. Medallion below central figure: The foot washing: “Ser- Top and bottom right: praying angels. vant of all.” (Mk 10:44) 8c. “The Faith that dwelt in thy grandmother and thy Panel c: mother.” (2 Tm 1:5) Top medallion: “Fishers of men.” (Mt 4:19) [Right panel of three-panel window on East wall] Middle medallion: “Peace I give unto you.” (Jn 14:27) Central figures: A standing man, then a seated man Bottom medallion: “He healed everyone.” (Mt 12:15) (Timothy), then a seated old woman with a bird’s nest Work of J. & R. Lamb Studios, Tenafly, NJ, 1937. Designed above her, and above this a dove descending. and made by Katherine Lamb Tait. Original drawing in Top left: two angels with torches. Lamb Archives, Prints & Photographs Division, Library Top right: an angel looking on. Bottom right & left: two of Congress. angels with banners. Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia. 12. The : “The Lord is my Shepherd.” (Ps 23) [A single-panel window portraying the Good Shepherd] 9a,b. St. Paul in Athens and on Malta Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, 1938. [Doors into the Nave—viewed best from inside the nave] 9a. Left door, Central figure: is of St. Paul in Athens (pictured 13a,b. “In the Cross of Christ I glory.” [Two-panel window] as a Greek temple with Doric columns) Text: “Him Title comes from the well known hymn “In the declare I unto you.” (Acts 17:23) Cross of Christ I Glory” based on Gal 6:14. Upper left corner and lower left and the right corner: Panel a: A women at the foot of the cross, perhaps praying angels. Mary Magdalene. 9b. Right door, central figure: St. Paul seated before a fire. Panel b: the Cross He is outside, as shown with a large tree to the left and Designed by the Zettler Studios, New York, NY, by F. a stream running behind him left to right. Wolfgang Loesche, 1937. Text: “For the sake of Christ.” (Acts 28:1–2) Probably Paul on the island of Malta, after being shipwrecked. On top right and bottom left and right: praying angels. Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia.

3 4 Mary Chapel [Area at far left of transept] Chancel [Altar area]

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  14a,b,c. The Life of St. Francis 18a,b,c. Jesus among the Scholars (Lk 2:46) St. Francis of Assisi (13th century) Panel a: Dove with cruciform nimbus is known in popular culture as a Panel b: Jesus with a group of scholars friend to animals and the natural Panel c: Lilies, an ancient symbol of purity world. While these are certainly 19. The Risen Christ [Window above the altar] aspects of his life, his primary The chief figure is Christ, “Of whom the whole family teaching has to do with justice, in heaven and earth is named.” (Eph 3:15). The Vestry fairness, and practicing the biblical teaching to “love decided to make it a memorial to the founder, James thy neighbors as thyself.” (Mt 22:39) MacBride Sterrett, D. D., January 18, 1847–May 1923. 14a. [Left lancet of three-part window, from the top down] Designed by Heaton Company of . Francis greets a traveller, Francis with Brother Leo, Francis and Clare, Alpha & Omega. 20a,b,c. Resurrection [Three-panel window] 14b. [Center lancet of three-part window, from the top down] Panel a: Cross and book Francis’ rule of life authorized by Pope Innocent III, Panel b: Resurrection Francis preaching to travellers, Francis and Leo, Panel c: Cross and crown Francis receives stigmata, Francis preaching to his followers, Francis preaching to the birds. 14c. [Right lancet of three-part window, from the top down] Francis at the Cloister of Poor Clares, Francis tames wolf at Gubbio, Brothers with Francis at his death, Crown and Cross. 15. St. Peter Martyr Modeled after Fra Angelico’s fresco at San Marco of a monk enjoining others to silence. The posture of the monk follows an early artistic allegory of obedience. Transept Altar Columbarium [Area left of choir seating] Transept Altar E N S Transept W E N S  W 21a,b,c. “All Souls are mine.”

 [Three-panels known as the All Souls Window] 16. Angel with Trumpet Jesus makes a ges- This is probably the Archangel Gabriel. ture of welcome and acceptance, person- 17. St. John on Patmos [Three-panel window] ifying the words Depicts St. John on the island where he received the “Come unto me, vision recorded in the Revelation to John (commonly all ye that labor and called the “Book of Revelation.”) Signed: “Louis C. are heavy laden, Tiffany”,Work of L. C. Tiffany Studio, New York, NY. and I will give you rest.” (Mt 11: 28). All Souls Parish, since its founding, has sought to live into this vision, ex- tending welcome and sanctuary to all who seek God. Enamel on opalescent glass, with stained glass. Early work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, PA.

5 6 22a,b. The Nativity—”On earth peace good will toward 30. “Round our restlessness–His Rest.” men.” (Lk 2:14) Panel a: The Nativity [Single window above Transept, North aisle, facing West] Panel b: Adoring shepherds From Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s poem, “Rhyme of Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, PA, 1941 the Duchess”. Nave, Epistle Side—South Wall Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia. 31. “God’s greatness flows round our incompleteness.” Altar [Single window above Transept, North aisle, facing East] Transept From Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s poem, “Rhyme E of the Duchess”. N S Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia.

W 32. See South Narthex—below 23. The Sower  33. Holy Spirit as Dove: The Life of St. Francis The Clement Heaton Stained Glass Company, New York, NY [Gable window above window 14, North wall] The Holy Spirit depicted by a descending dove. 24. The Good Samaritan [Three-panel window] Henry Lee Willet Studios, Philadelphia, PA. The Clement Heaton Stained Glass Company, New York, NY. 34a,b,c. “Praying for Living and Dead” [Above and between windows 22 & 23, South wall] 25a,b,c. “The word was made flesh and dwelt among us” (Jn a = Decorative rosette 1:14) [On brass plaque on frame] [Three-panel window] b = “Pray for living and dead” Christ with praying Depicts the teaching ministry of Jesus, perhaps his hands modeled on a design by Albrecht Durer. . c = Decorative rosette Center panel: The Clement Heaton Stained Glass Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios, Philadelphia, PA. Company, New York, NY, c. 1935 Side panels: The Willet Studio, Philadelphia, PA, 1957 35a,b,c. Jesus as a Young Man. [Above window 24, South wall] 26. See South Narthex—page 8. a = Decorative roundel b = Jesus at an altar, also with a vessel containing scrolls, Clerestory Windows one is opened c = Decorative roundel Altar Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios, Philadelphia, PA, c. 1953 Transept 36a,b,c. Mary with Infant Jesus. E [Above window 25, South wall] N S a = An ass W b = Mary holding the infant Jesus

 c = An ox 27a,b,c. Jesus with Figure in Front Gilbert Studios, York, PA [Above window 10, North wall] a = All Souls Church b = Christ with a figure in front. Both holding the cross and the figure holding a lantern c = The home on Garfield Street where All Souls began South Narthex—West Wall Gilbert Studios, York, PA (B. Hay Gilbert of Rudy Glass 26. Garden of Gethsemane [Three-panel window] Company, York, PA) The Clement Heaton Stained Glass Company, New York 28a,b,c. Crusader 32. “He never turned his back but marched breast-for- [Above window 11, North wall ] ward.” From Robert Browning’s “Epilogue to Aso- a = Golden helmet lando”. b = Crusader with breast plate, shield and sword

c = Dagger Rudy Glass Company, York, PA 29a,b,c. Angel with lamp [Above and between windows 12 & 13, North wall] a = Decorative rosette b = “Thy word is a lamp” (Ps 119:105) An angel with a lamp and an open book c = Decorative rosette Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios, Philadelphia, PA, c. 1955

7 8 Window Dedications Window Dedications—Continued Nave—West Wall 1. Resurrection Window Given in memory of George 9a,b. St. Paul in Athens and on Malta Dedication: “In Russell Cecil, Sallie Duncan Cecil, and Helen Cecil Loving Memory Laura Fischer Richard, 1967.” Addi- Allen and daughter, 1929. Additional dedications: Given tional dedication: Given by Mrs. Charles Richard. by Mrs. George Russell Cecil. Restored by Ann Roane Clary in loving memory of Roane A. Clary and Alice P. Clary. Nave, Gospel Side—North Wall 10a,b,c. The Calling of the Apostles: “Follow me and I will 2. St. Matthew the Evangelist Given in memory of Wil- make you fishers of men.”In loving memory of Cath- liam Thomas Chriswell and his wife, Mary Elizabeth erine E. Owen, 1823–1901. Additional dedication plaque: Chriswell by their daughters and son, 1939. Given by Miss Kate Dean Owen. Restored by Edward Pope 3. St. Mark the Evangelist Given in memory of Wil- in memory of Levi Bivins, Christmas 1996. liam Thomas Chriswell and his wife Mary Elizabeth 11a,b,c. The Life of Christ: “Come Unto Me.” In memory Chriswell [January 4, 1844] by their daughters and of Sarah Booth Pullman Miller, 1853–1922, and Ag- son: Mrs. H. O. Nicedemus, Mrs. John Hodge, Mrs. nes Miller Trorey, 1878–1937. Additional dedications: Fenton F. Leith, Miss Mary Harvey Chriswell and W. Given by Mrs. Francis Miller Brockett, Wm. C. and Alison W. Chriswell, 1939. N. Miller, and Mrs. S. M. Birney. Panel a: a gift of love 4. St. Luke the Evangelist Given in memory of General honoring Eugene R. Fogel, L. Wayne Russell. Panel c: a gift Charles Richard [November 1854–April 1940] by his of love in memory of Gertrude “Trudy” Styron. In loving son, Charles B. Richard, 1940. memory of Pearl Willis Richardson. Lighted by Mr. & Mrs. Ewing Simpson. Restored by Jay Merchant as a gift of love 5. St. John the Evangelist Given in memory of Laura honoring Dr. George O. McClary and Sue Stove Merchant. Balley Richard [July 15, 1882–May 6, 1937] by her son, Charles B. Richard, 1937. 12. The Good Shepherd: “The Lord is my Shepherd.” Giv- en in memory of Ida Gum Sterrett and her son, James North Narthex—(Vestibule) MacBride Sterrett, III, 1911–1922.Additional dedications: 6a. “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature.” Given Church records show this window was given by W. D. Ster- in memory of Dr. George N. Acker II (1888–1928). rett, Wm. D. Sterrett, Jr., Frank D. Sterrett, and Adlumia Additional dedication plaque: Given to the Glory of God and Dent Sterrett. Lighted by William D. Sterrett. Restored by In Loving Memory of Dr. George N. Acker II, 1888–1928. Charles O. Graham in thanksgiving for the ministry of the 6b. “Wist ye not that I must be about my father’s business.” Rev. John VanDooren. Given in memory of Dr. George N. Acker II (1888– 13a,b. “In the Cross of Christ I glory.” Given in memory 1928) as given by Mrs. Jessie B. Acker, 1946. Additional of Mary Hester. Additional dedication: Given by dedication plaque: Given to the Glory of God and In Loving her husband, William B. Hester. Memory of Dr. George N. Acker II, 1888–1928. Mary Chapel 6c. “And when he was twelve after the custom of the feast 14a,b,c. The Life of St. Francis Given by the brothers of and they went to Jerusalem.” Given in memory of Dr. the Theta Delta Chi fraternity. James MacBride Sterrett George N. Acker II (1888–1928). Additional dedication and Henry Hatch Dent Sterrett were both members. plaque: Given to the Glory of God and In Loving Memory Additional dedication: restored by JoAnn LaFon, Easter of Dr. George N. Acker II, 1888–1928. 2011. 7. Tympanum: Life and activities at All Souls Memorial 15. St. Peter Martyr Given in loving memory of Dr. Episcopal Church. Dedication: In loving memory of Luther Mitchell Ferguson, USN, July 2, 1888–May 22, Caroline Littlepage Arledge (1843–1937). 1916. 8a. “The Lord hath given me my petition.” Given in Columbarium memory of Dr. George N. Acker II (1888–1928). Addi- 16. Angel with Trumpet In memory of Nettie Hugle tional dedication plaque: Given to the Glory of God and In Eagan, April 19, 1882–March 24, 1916. Additional ded- Loving Memory of Dr. George N. Acker II, 1888–1928. ication: Given by George Arthur Egan. 8b. “Except ye become as little children ye shall not enter Heaven.” Given in memory of Dr. George N. Acker 17. St. John on Patmos Given in memory of John L. II (1888–1928). Additional dedication plaque: Given to the Warren, (Vestryman 1913–1920) Dec. 28, 1873–Jan. Glory of God and In Loving Memory of Dr. George N. Acker 31, 1921. Dedicated on February 18, 1921. Additional II, 1888–1928. dedication: Given by Mrs. Warren. 8c. “The Faith that dwelt in thy grandmother and thy mother.” Given in memory of Dr. George N. Acker II (1888–1928). Additional dedication plaque: Given to the Glory of God and In Loving Memory of Dr. George N. Acker II, 1888–1928.

9 10 Chancel Window Dedications—Continued 18a,b,c. Jesus among the Scholars Given in memory of John L. Warren, (Vestryman 1913–1920) December 28, 28a,b,c. [Above window 11, North wall ] Additional dedica- 1873–January 31, 1921. Additional dedications: Given by tions: Given in loving memory of Colonel Robert Sterrett. Mrs. Wm. Dickson Baldwin. Sanctuary window on Gospel Lighted by Mrs. Robert Sterrett. side in loving memory of Edward Burall Frysinger. Donated by Grace E. Frysinger. 29a,b,c. Angel with lamp [Above and between windows 12 & 13, North wall] 19. The Risen Christ A memorial to James MacBride Additional dedication: In loving memory of Clara Stowell Sterrett, D. D., January 1847–May 1923. Dedicated Leach. Lighted by her daughter. on October 13, 1928. Additional dedication: Restored by Patricia H. Dresser in loving memory of Jasper P. Horne, 30. “Round our restlessness—His Rest” Jr., Easter 1966. [Single window above Transept, North aisle, facing West] Additional dedication: Given in loving memory of 20a,b,c. Resurrection Given in memory of Lillian and John Adlum Sterrett, 1857–1959. Sidney Gore. Additional dedications: Given by Dr. Howard Gore. Sanctuary window on Epistle side in honor of George 31. “God’s greatness flows round our incompleteness” Patrick Frysinger. Lighted by Miss Grace E. Frysinger. [Single-window above Transept, North aisle, facing East] No known dedication. Transept 21a,b,c. “All Souls are mine.” Given in memory of Dr. 32. See South Narthex—below Theodore C. Heyl, USN, and Emma L. Heyl. 33. Holy Spirit as Dove: The Life of St. Francis 22a,b. The Nativity—”On earth peace good will toward [Gable window above window 14, North wall] Given in men.” Given “To the glory of God and in loving loving memory of Theodore Porter Kane, James Smith, memory of Adlumia Dent Sterrett, March 1847–Feb- and Alice Key Smith. Additional dedication: Given by ruary 19, 1925”. Mrs. Kane. In loving memory of Theodore Porter Kane, Additional dedication: Given by the sons of Rev. and Mrs. James Smith, and Alice Key Smith. James M. Sterrett. 34a,b,c. “Praying for Living and Dead” Nave, Epistle Side—South Wall [Above and between windows 22 & 23, South wall] 23. The Sower Given in memory of Dr. Edwin Allston No known dedication. Hill, 1850–1929, by Mrs. E. A. Hill, 1931. Additional ded- 35a,b,c. “Jesus as a Young man” ications: restored anonymously in memory of Bob Folkman, [Above window 24, South wall] Ken Post, and Gary Witt, Lent 1966. No known dedication. 24. The Good Samaritan Given in memory of Pembroke 36a,b,c. “Mary with Infant Jesus” W. Pitt 1861–1927. “Who went about doing good.” [Above window 25, South wall] Acts 1:38 Additional dedication: Restored by Patricia H. ( ). No known dedication. Dresser in loving memory of Brian Patrick Dresser, Easter 1966. South Narthex 25a,b,c. “The word was made flesh and dwelt among us” Given in memory of: 26. Garden of Gethsemane Given in memory of Evanina Panel a: Nell Rose Mitchell, 1929 T. MacKall, May 1848–January 1923, “Life of beautiful Panel b: James C. and Louisa Cheseldine devotion.” Additional dedication: Restored by Charles Panel c: Robert Milton Carter Graham and Ray Myrtle in thanksgiving, Pentecost 1997. Additional dedication: Restored by James M. Norris in Additional dedication 2015: In Thanksgiving loving memory of Jessie H. Fortenberry and Rosa C. Norris, for my All Souls Family and For the Activities of Easter 1998. Daily Life,—Joseph Bonds Pfriester (1950–2015). 26. See South Narthex—page 12. 32. “He never turned his back but marched breast-for- ward.”—Robert Browning “Epilogue to Asolando” Originally a clerestory window dedicated to the Rev. Frank W. Blackwelder, Third Rector of All Souls Church. Additional dedication: Window Clerestory Windows above chapel altar dedicated Sunday, Dec. 14, 1975 27a,b,c. [Above window 10, North wall] Given in loving in honor of The Rev. F. W. Blackwelder, Third Rec- memory of The Rev. Henry Hatch Dent Sterrett. Light- tor of All Souls from June 1948 until August 1974. ed by Mrs. H. H. D. Sterrett. Additional dedications: in Additional dedication 2015: The Window is Dedicated to loving memory of The Rev. Henry Hatch Dent Sterrett. Floyd and Etta McAffe, My Parents—Floydetta McAfee. For now we see through a glass darkly, but then face to face: now I know in part, but then shall I know even as also I am known.

11 12 Some Common Symbols in Christian Some Common Symbols in Christian Art—Continued

Animals Signs Ass, Donkey With oxen, symbolizes animal creation, also Alpha and Omega The first and last letters of the Greek the reign of God as creator. The creature was alphabet. They are symbols of . See Rv 1:8. present at the nativity. (Christ selected the Chi and Rho Symbolized as XR or XRI, are the first two humble ass for his entry into Jerusalem.) Greek letters in “Christ.” Birds Souls of (akin to “free as a bird”); winged INRI Latin abbreviation for “Jesus of Nazareth, King of saints, the spiritual soul as a bird. the Jews.” Dog Faithfulness. Dove Holy Spirit. See Jn 1:32. Other Eagle John; also, see Ez 1:10, Rv 4:7. Armor Chivalry. Also, the Christian faith, protection from Egret Good. evil and sin. Goat Christ who seeks his beloved, the Church, or God Banner Symbol of victory usually carried by military saints. who is all-seeing. The resurrected Christ carries a banner with a cross Lamb, sheep Sacrifice, Christ’s sacrifice. Often, “Behold the symbolizing victory over death. Lamb of God”—Agnus Dei. Sometimes holds a cross; Book, lectern Divine content, Gospels. or blood flows into a chalice. Emblem of Christ. Candle The light of the world, joy of righteousness. Lion Mark (usually a winged lion), Christ, Lion of Judea Chalice, cup Communion, also the sacrament of the Lord’s (Rv 5:5). Supper. See Mt. 26:27. Ox, winged ox Sacrifice. Also associated with Luke Chalice with serpent A symbol of St. John. (usually a winged ox). Also see Is 1:3. With Columns Manhood, strength, sometimes also Jesus. the ass, the ox was present at the nativity. Cross Represents the redemption of mankind through Raven Death, a harbinger of death. the death of Christ. Snake Evil, also sacrifice. Crown and cup Christ’s agony in the Garden of Geth- semane, his burden. See Mt 26:42. Colors—general Crown and sword Sovereignty of the Lord, victory, Chris- Mourning, death, also Good Friday. tianity. Blue Heavens, hope, also Advent. Fire, torch, flame Holy Spirit, light from within, Pentecost. Crimson/red Blood crimson as passion, passionate love, love. See Acts 2:1–4. Heaven, holiness, also royalty (Christ). Fleur-de-lis Royalty, the Trinity, the Annunciation, Virgin Green, green gold Sea, water, life, growth. Mary, also the Saints. Pink Light (intensified, intensity of light). Halo, nimbus, aureole Divinity, radiance, the sun. Most Purple Royalty, penitence. often, a halo is gold and circular. A three-rayed nimbus Purity, joy. or a cross in a circle, called a cruciform nimbus, is most Figures often used in depictions of Christ and Mary and sym- Angels Symbolize heaven, happiness, also Matthew. bolizes redemption. An aureole is elipitcal and surrounds Winged angels signify divine mission. The Arch- the whole body. angel Gabriel is most often depicted with trumpet. Keys Keys to the Kingdom of Heaven. Jesus/Christ Identity used for youth and early life of the Lamp God, wisdom, piety. Messiah/identity during his ministry. Lamp and scroll Scriptures. (Early writings were on Mother and Child Human relationship with divinity. parchment or .) Saints Sense, presence, accessibility of saintliness. Menorah A candelabrum, symbol of Judaism. Plants Ointment, jar of ointment Mary (who used it to anoint Cypress Sometimes associated with death and immortality. Christ’s feet). Fruit(s) Fertility, also the fall from Paradise. Pen, pen and inkwell, inkhorn, quill Symbols of the Gos- Grape(s) Grapes are a common symbol in Christianity pels (divine authorship), in particular Mark and Matthew. and are an emblem of Christ (“the true vine”) and of Rainbow Symbol of covenant between God and us, his followers as “fruit of the vine.” They are also as- humanity (Gn 9). sociated with the Eucharist, Christ’s blood. See Jn 15:1-5. Roundel A rounded, usually circular or ring-shaped Iris Sometimes called the sword lily, the iris is associated object. with the Virgin Mary, also with women, womanhood. Rosette An , usually circular having petals and Ivy Divine support, fidelity, immortality, eternal life. leaves radiating symmetrically from the center. Lily Innocence, chastity, purity, also spirituality. Scroll Wisdom or knowledge. Oak The oak is associated with Christ and/or Mary. Oak Shells, cockle shells, scallops See water. was used to fabricate the cross. Also signifies faith, Sun, moon, stars The sun is the symbol of Christ, the “Sun virtue, and endurance in the face of adversity. of Righteousness”, of the splendor of God, and of his care Rose Martyrdom (red), purity (white). for all of humanity; the crescent moon shown in its proper position and form is significant of the Virgin Maryas borrowed from her son, the Sun of Righteousness, even

13 14 as the moon reflects the sun; the star is of Epiphany guid- ing the three kings, also Jesus the star out of Jacob, and Mary, the star of the morning, and Satan as a star falling from heaven. Sword, dagger, lance Guilt, also judgment. Instrument of the passion. Torah The whole body of traditional Jewish religious literature. Trees Newness of life. Tympanum A semicircular space enclosed by an arch and the top of the door or window below it. The Architecture of All Souls Church Water Refreshment, life, and baptism. Also associated ALL Souls is a Gothic revival church, with the resurrection and with St. John the Baptist reflecting a style of American church (water was said to have stopped at Jesus’ feet dur- architecture that flourished during ing baptism). Shells are sometimes used in Baptism. the middle of the 19th century. Gothic churches, , and are often designed in a cross-shaped design called a cruciform design, which is derived from the word cross. The main open area where worshippers sit is called the nave, which is derived from the Latin navis for ship, signifying the church as ship. The space that crosses the nave, extending to the left and right, is called transept. At All Souls, the transept was the original church. The nave and sanctuary of the present church were added in 1925 (The Message, October 1, 1967). There may also be a small chapel (at All Souls, the Mary Chapel) or another area set aside for smaller services or for intimate prayer, often a memorial chapel. These are essen- tially small, consecrated churches within a larger church. At the front of the church is the high altar and chancel. All of these areas customarily have windows. At All Souls, there are also clerestory windows (from “Clear Story”) high above the nave on both the south and north walls.

15 16 The Windows of All Souls

In Memory of Nancye T. Suggs

Special thanks are extended to Stephanie Clipper the Rev. Barbara D. Henry All Souls Are Mine and Tom Mabon, “Behold, all souls are mine; for their research as the soul of the father, so also the soul of the son is mine: on the windows of All Souls; the soul that sinneth, it shall die.” to the Rev. John F. Beddingfield Ez 18:4 for his review and additions to the content, and to Nancye T. Suggs whose foresight inspired this publication. The mission of All Souls Church is to be a All photos: © 2009–2012 Ron Ross. Christ-centered sanctuary where a diverse Graphic design: Barry E. Huber. community worships and serves. We live this mission through faithful celebration of the Eucharist, Christian education, and loving nurture of both members and neighbors.

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February 2016