Welcome

to the Windows of All Souls

A self-guided tourThe windows of All Souls Memorial Episcopal Church do what stained glass windows throughout the Middle Ages did: they help tell the story of the birth, life, ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus. Along with these images, our windows also contain references that are unique to All Souls and the history and life of this particular parish. The tour begins at the Baptismal Font as a reminder that, for the Christian, the life of faith itself begins with the Sacrament of Holy Baptism. (See this symbol on the location plan on the next page.)

Entrance level of the churchand Clerestory* level (*bold blue numbers)

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* Clerestory: The wall of a church rising above the roof of the flanking aisle and con-taining windows for lighting the central part of the structure.

Some of the clerestory windows of All Souls are composed of three parts and called trefoil windows, others are single windows.

South Narthex A new entrance was added to the Southwest corner of the Nave.Two windows were moved from the nave to this addition.

Nave—West Wall

1. Resurrection Window [Center window behind Baptismal Font ()]

Combines the humanity and the divinity of Jesus in a win-dow that is one of the most important at All Souls.

In the center panel, the risen Lord stands triumphant with guards “like dead men” trembling at his feet (Mt 28:4). Above his halo or nimbus is the word, “Love.” Following the central panel from bottom to top, we see Jesus at the Last Supper, the risen Christ, and the angel of glory and judgment. In the left panel, is Saint Mary Magdalene, who holds her ala-

baster jar of ointment. A lit candle represents the Light of Christ. In the right panel, we see St. John the Evangelist holding a book with Alpha and Omega. Below these central figures are three small panels depicting scenes from the earthly life of Jesus. In the left bottom window, is Jesus as a carpenter; in the center, is the Last Supper; at right, Jesus heals a blind man. At the top of the right and left panels, are two figures labeled Faith and Hope. The text under Faith reads: “He that overcometh shall inherit all things.” (Rv 21:7). Under Hope is the text: “I am Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end.” (Rv 1:8). Moving up to the circular interlacing tracery at the top of the window, in the opening stands an angel with a scroll. On either side of this angel are two others blowing trumpets. In a circle around them are the words: “Man small and great shall stand before God.” (Rv 20:12). We also see the sun and the moon on either side of this area, representing the heavens. Work of Harry Wright Goodhue of Boston, 1929.

2. St. Matthew the Evangelist [Lancet window, farthest left]

Symbols shown (top to bottom): an ink well with quill, with Matthew holding a book and pen, a human being with banner.

Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, 1939.

3. St. Mark the Evangelist [Lancet window, left of center window] Symbols shown here (top to bottom): an oak tree, a Hebrew scroll, a lion’s head. Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, 1939.

4. St. Luke the Evangelist [Lancet window, right of center window] Symbols shown (top to bottom): a chemist’s vessel, a

scroll, an ox head. Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia. Designed by Henry Lee Willet, 1940.

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5. St. John the Evangelist [Lancet window, farthest right] Symbols shown (top to bottom): an ink well with

quill, a scroll, an eagle head with cup. Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, 1937.

North Narthex—(Vestibule)[Windows on the West–North–East Walls]

6a. “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature.” (Lk 2:52) [Left panel of three-panel window on West wall]

Central figures: Mary, Joseph and the young Jesus. Jesus and Joseph have the tools of carpenters (a mallet and a saw) and are holding a wooden beam. Mary is behind in a stable-like structure looking downward. A dove, symbolizing the Holy Spirit, descends upon Mary.

Corners: left top—angels flanking and looking on, bottom left—angel with a cup, bottom right—angel with a cross. Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, by Henry Lee Willet.

6b. “Wist ye not that I must be about my father’s business.” (Lk 2:49) [Center panel of three-panel window on West wall]

Central Figures: Jesus (seated behind a lectern upon which is an open scroll) speaking to Mary and Jo-seph (upper right) and to the Rabbis (lower right). Upper left is an angel looking on, middle left is a meno-rah, lower left is an angel reading from a book.

In the lower right corner is Moses reading from the tablets of the Ten Commandments.

Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, by Henry Lee Willet.

6c. “And when he was twelve after the custom of the feast and they went to Jerusalem.” (Lk 2:42) [Right panel of three-panel window on West wall] Central figures: Joseph, Mary, and Jesus

Top right & left corners are praying angels, middle left is a Torah, bottom left & right is Jerusalem. Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, by Henry Lee Willet.

7. Tympanum: Life and activities at All Souls Memorial Episcopal Church. [Window over front door of the church]

“The Lord shall preserve Thy going out and Thy coming in from this Time forth and even for Ever-more.” (Ps 121:8) Across the bottom from left to right, a rendering of the origi-

nal row house at 2628 Garfield Street, NW where the first service of All Souls Mission was held on March 5, 1911. This was the home of Caroline Littlepage Arledge. Next to the row house are a father, a mother and a child dressed in biblical garb. Next to the col-

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umn and located at the bottom center of the window is a rendering of the All Souls sanctuary complete with vases, flowers, and cross. Above the altar is a detailed rendering of the “Risen Christ” window (See #19 below). To the right of the altar is another column and next to the column is another image of the mother, father, and child again in biblical garb. In the far bottom right corner is a rendering of All Souls Church as it appears today. At the top of the Gothic arch is the image of Christ with outstretched arms, which extend down along the sides of the arch. Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, 1947.

8a. “The Lord hath given me my petition.” (1 Sm 1:27) [Left panel of three-panel window on East wall]

Central figures: Hannah, Samuel, and Eli wearing a breastplate.

Top left and bottom right: an angel with a censor. Left side center: a rustic hut with a red roof. Top right and bottom left: images of angels praying. Right side center: column with fire.

8b. “Except ye become as little children ye shall not enter Heaven.” (Mt 18:3) [Center panel of three-panel window on East wall]

Central figures: Jesus with a small child who holds a small dog. To the top side are two men en-gaged in conversation. Below sits a man who ap-pears to be a merchant or religious leader. Top left: three small angels look on.

Bottom left: an angel contemplates. Top and bottom right: praying angels.

8c. “The Faith that dwelt in thy grandmother and thy mother.” (2 Tm 1:5) [Right panel of three-panel window on East wall]

Central figures: A standing man, then a seated man (Timothy), then a seated old woman with a bird’s nest above her, and above this a dove descending.

Top left: two angels with torches. Top right: an angel looking on. Bottom right & left: two

angels with banners. Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia.9a,b. St. Paul in Athens and on Malta [Doors into the Nave—viewed best from inside the nave]9a. Left door, Central figure: is of St. Paul in Athens (pictured

as a Greek temple with Doric columns) Text: “Him declare I unto you.” (Acts 17:23)

Upper left corner and lower left and the right corner: praying angels.

9b. Right door, central figure: St. Paul seated before a fire. He is outside, as shown with a large tree to the left and a stream running behind him left to right.

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.

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10a,b,c. The Calling of the Apostles: “Follow me and I will make you fishers of men.” (Mt 4:19) [Three-panel window]

In this window Jesus calls his first four disciples: Panel a: St. Andrew and St. Peter, at the top and bottom,

angels with shield, top shield with keys on front of it. Panel b: Jesus, at the top, angel with crown, at the bottom, angel with chalice.

Panel c: St. John and St. James, at the top, angels with shield with cockle shells, at the bottom, angel with chalice and serpent.

Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, 1938.11a,b,c. The Life of Christ: “Come Unto Me.” (Mt 11:28) [Three-panel window] Panel a: Top medallion: Jesus’ baptism: “This is my beloved son.”

(Mt 3:17) Middle medallion: “I am the Resurrection.” (Jn 11:25),

Bottom medallion: “He collects his sheep.” (Jn 10) Panel b: Central figure: “Come Unto Me.” Jesus with children.

Medallion below central figure: The foot washing: “Ser-vant of all.” (Mk 10:44)

Panel c: Top medallion: “Fishers of men.” (Mt 4:19) Middle medallion: “Peace I give unto you.” (Jn 14:27)

Bottom medallion: “He healed everyone.” (Mt 12:15) Work of J. & R. Lamb Studios, Tenafly, NJ, 1937. Designed

and made by Katherine Lamb Tait. Original drawing in Lamb Archives, Prints & Photographs Division, Library of Congress.

12. The Good Shepherd: “The Lord is my Shepherd.” (Ps 23) [A single-panel window portraying the Good Shepherd] Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, 1938.

13a,b. “In the Cross of Christ I glory.” [Two-panel window] Title comes from the well known hymn “In the

Cross of Christ I Glory” based on Gal 6:14. Panel a: A women at the foot of the cross, perhaps Mary Magdalene.

Panel b: the Cross Designed by the Zettler Studios, New York, NY, by F.

Wolfgang Loesche, 1937.

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14a,b,c. The Life of St. Francis St. Francis of Assisi (13th century)

is known in popular culture as a friend to animals and the natural world. While these are certainly aspects of his life, his primary teaching has to do with justice, fairness, and practicing the biblical teaching to “love thy neighbors as thyself.” (Mt 22:39)

14a. [Left lancet of three-part window, from the top down] Francis greets a traveller, Francis with Brother Leo, Francis and Clare, Alpha & Omega.14b. [Center lancet of three-part window, from the top down]

Francis’ rule of life authorized by Pope Innocent III, Francis preaching to travellers, Francis and Leo,

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.

Columbarium [Area left of choir seating]

16. Angel with Trumpet This is probably the Archangel Gabriel.

17. St. John on Patmos [Three-panel window] Depicts St. John on the island where he received the

vision recorded in the Revelation to John (commonly called the “Book of Revelation.”) Signed: “Louis C. Tiffany”, Work of L. C. Tiffany Studio, New York, NY.

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18a,b,c. Jesus among the Scholars (Lk 2:46) Panel a: Dove with cruciform nimbus Panel b: Jesus with a group of scholars Panel c: Lilies, an ancient symbol of purity

19. The Risen Christ [Window above the altar] The chief figure is Christ, “Of whom the whole family

in heaven and earth is named.” (Eph 3:15). The Vestry decided to make it a memorial to the founder, James MacBride Sterrett, D. D., January 18, 1847–May 1923. Designed by Heaton Stained Glass Company of New York City.

20a,b,c. Resurrection [Three-panel window] Panel a: Cross and book Panel b: Resurrection Panel c: Cross and crown

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21a,b,c. “All Souls are mine.” [Three-panels known as the All Souls Window] Jesus makes a ges-

ture of welcome and acceptance, person-ifying the words “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, 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.

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22a,b. The Nativity—”On earth peace good will toward men.” (Lk 2:14) Panel a: The Nativity

Panel b: Adoring shepherds Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia, PA, 1941

Nave, Epistle Side—South Wall

23. The Sower The Clement Heaton Stained Glass Company, New York, NY

24. The Good Samaritan [Three-panel window] The Clement Heaton Stained Glass Company, New York,

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25a,b,c. “The word was made flesh and dwelt among us” (Jn 1:14) [On brass plaque on frame] [Three-panel window]

Depicts the teaching ministry of Jesus, perhaps his Sermon on the Mount.

Center panel: The Clement Heaton Stained Glass Company, New York, NY, c. 1935 Side panels: The Willet Studio, Philadelphia, PA, 1957

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Clerestory Windows

27a,b,c. Jesus with Figure in Front [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 Gilbert Studios, York, PA (B. Hay Gilbert of Rudy Glass

Company, York, PA)

28a,b,c. Crusader [Above window 11, North wall ]

a = Golden helmet 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

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South Narthex—West Wall26. Garden of Gethsemane [Three-panel window] The Clement Heaton Stained Glass Company, New York

32. “He never turned his back but marched breast-for-ward.” From Robert Browning’s “Epilogue to Aso-lando”.

30. “Round our restlessness–His Rest.” [Single window above Transept, North aisle, facing West] From Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s poem, “Rhyme of the Duchess”.

Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia.

31. “God’s greatness flows round our incompleteness.” [Single window above Transept, North aisle, facing East] From Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s poem, “Rhyme of the Duchess”. Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios of Philadelphia.

32. See South Narthex—below

33. Holy Spirit as Dove: The Life of St. Francis [Gable window above window 14, North wall] The Holy Spirit depicted by a descending dove. Henry Lee Willet Studios, Philadelphia, PA.

34a,b,c. “Praying for Living and Dead” [Above and between windows 22 & 23, South wall]

a = Decorative rosette b = “Pray for living and dead” Christ with praying

hands modeled on a design by Albrecht Durer. c = Decorative rosette Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios, Philadelphia, PA.

35a,b,c. Jesus as a Young Man. [Above window 24, South wall] a = Decorative roundel

b = Jesus at an altar, also with a vessel containing scrolls, one is opened c = Decorative roundel Work of Henry Lee Willet Studios, Philadelphia, PA, c. 1953

36a,b,c. Mary with Infant Jesus. [Above window 25, South wall] a = An ass

b = Mary holding the infant Jesus c = An ox Gilbert Studios, York, PA

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Window DedicationsNave—West Wall1. Resurrection Window Given in memory of George

Russell Cecil, Sallie Duncan Cecil, and Helen Cecil Allen and daughter, 1929. Additional dedications: Given by Mrs. George Russell Cecil. Restored by Ann Roane Clary in loving memory of Roane A. Clary and Alice P. Clary.

2. St. Matthew the Evangelist Given in memory of Wil-liam Thomas Chriswell and his wife, Mary Elizabeth Chriswell by their daughters and son, 1939.

3. St. Mark the Evangelist Given in memory of Wil-liam Thomas Chriswell and his wife Mary Elizabeth Chriswell [January 4, 1844] by their daughters and son: Mrs. H. O. Nicedemus, Mrs. John Hodge, Mrs. Fenton F. Leith, Miss Mary Harvey Chriswell and W. W. Chriswell, 1939.

4. St. Luke the Evangelist Given in memory of General Charles Richard [November 1854–April 1940] by his son, Charles B. Richard, 1940.

5. St. John the Evangelist Given in memory of Laura Balley Richard [July 15, 1882–May 6, 1937] by her son, Charles B. Richard, 1937.

North Narthex—(Vestibule)6a. “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature.” 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.

6b. “Wist ye not that I must be about my father’s business.” Given in memory of Dr. George N. Acker II (1888–1928) as given by Mrs. Jessie B. Acker, 1946. Additional dedication plaque: Given to the Glory of God and In Loving Memory of Dr. George N. Acker II, 1888–1928.

6c. “And when he was twelve after the custom of the feast and they went to Jerusalem.” 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.

7. Tympanum: Life and activities at All Souls Memorial Episcopal Church. Dedication: In loving memory of Caroline Littlepage Arledge (1843–1937).

8a. “The Lord hath given me my petition.” Given in memory of Dr. George N. Acker II (1888–1928). Addi-tional dedication plaque: Given to the Glory of God and In Loving Memory of Dr. George N. Acker II, 1888–1928.

8b. “Except ye become as little children ye shall not enter Heaven.” 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.

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.

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9a,b. St. Paul in Athens and on Malta Dedication: “In Loving Memory Laura Fischer Richard, 1967.” Addi-tional dedication: Given by Mrs. Charles Richard.

Nave, Gospel Side—North Wall10a,b,c. The Calling of the Apostles: “Follow me and I will

make you fishers of men.” In loving memory of Cath-erine E. Owen, 1823–1901. Additional dedication plaque: Given by Miss Kate Dean Owen. Restored by Edward Pope in memory of Levi Bivins, Christmas 1996.

11a,b,c. The Life of Christ: “Come Unto Me.” In memory of Sarah Booth Pullman Miller, 1853–1922, and Ag-nes Miller Trorey, 1878–1937. Additional dedications: Given by Mrs. Francis Miller Brockett, Wm. C. and Alison N. Miller, and Mrs. S. M. Birney. Panel a: a gift of love honoring Eugene R. Fogel, L. Wayne Russell. Panel c: a gift of love in memory of Gertrude “Trudy” Styron. In loving memory of Pearl Willis Richardson. Lighted by Mr. & Mrs. Ewing Simpson. Restored by Jay Merchant as a gift of love honoring Dr. George O. McClary and Sue Stove Merchant.

12. The Good Shepherd: “The Lord is my Shepherd.” Giv-en in memory of Ida Gum Sterrett and her son, James MacBride Sterrett, III, 1911–1922. Additional dedications: Church records show this window was given by W. D. Ster-rett, Wm. D. Sterrett, Jr., Frank D. Sterrett, and Adlumia Dent Sterrett. Lighted by William D. Sterrett. Restored by Charles O. Graham in thanksgiving for the ministry of the Rev. John David VanDooren.

13a,b. “In the Cross of Christ I glory.” Given in memory of Mary Brown Hester. Additional dedication: Given by her husband, William B. Hester.

Mary Chapel14a,b,c. The Life of St. Francis Given by the brothers of

the Theta Delta Chi fraternity. James MacBride Sterrett and Henry Hatch Dent Sterrett were both members. Additional dedication: restored by JoAnn LaFon, Easter 2011.

15. St. Peter Martyr Given in loving memory of Dr. Luther Mitchell Ferguson, USN, July 2, 1888–May 22, 1916.

Columbarium16. Angel with Trumpet In memory of Nettie Hugle

Eagan, April 19, 1882–March 24, 1916. Additional ded-ication: Given by George Arthur Egan.

17. St. John on Patmos Given in memory of John L. Warren, (Vestryman 1913–1920) Dec. 28, 1873–Jan. 31, 1921. Dedicated on February 18, 1921. Additional dedication: Given by Mrs. Warren.

Window Dedications—Continued

28a,b,c. [Above window 11, North wall ] Additional dedica-tions: Given in loving memory of Colonel Robert Sterrett. Lighted by Mrs. Robert Sterrett.

29a,b,c. Angel with lamp [Above and between windows 12 & 13, North wall] Additional dedication: In loving memory of Clara Stowell

Leach. Lighted by her daughter.

30. “Round our restlessness—His Rest” [Single window above Transept, North aisle, facing West] Additional dedication: Given in loving memory of John Adlum Sterrett, 1857–1959.

31. “God’s greatness flows round our incompleteness” [Single-window above Transept, North aisle, facing East] No known dedication.

32. See South Narthex—below

33. Holy Spirit as Dove: The Life of St. Francis [Gable window above window 14, North wall] Given in

loving memory of Theodore Porter Kane, James Smith, and Alice Key Smith. Additional dedication: Given by Mrs. Kane. In loving memory of Theodore Porter Kane, James Smith, and Alice Key Smith.

34a,b,c. “Praying for Living and Dead” [Above and between windows 22 & 23, South wall]  

No known dedication.

35a,b,c. “Jesus as a Young man” [Above window 24, South wall]

No known dedication.

36a,b,c. “Mary with Infant Jesus” [Above window 25, South wall]

No known dedication.

Window Dedications—Continued

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26. Garden of Gethsemane Given in memory of Evanina T. MacKall, May 1848–January 1923, “Life of beautiful devotion.” Additional dedication: Restored by Charles Graham and Ray Myrtle in thanksgiving, Pentecost 1997. Additional dedication 2015: In Thanksgiving for my All Souls Family and For the Activities of Daily Life,—Joseph Bonds Pfriester (1950–2015).

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 above chapel altar dedicated Sunday, Dec. 14, 1975 in honor of The Rev. F. W. Blackwelder, Third Rec-tor of All Souls from June 1948 until August 1974. Additional dedication 2015: The Window is Dedicated to 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.

Chancel18a,b,c. Jesus among the Scholars Given in memory of

John L. Warren, (Vestryman 1913–1920) December 28, 1873–January 31, 1921. Additional dedications: Given by Mrs. Wm. Dickson Baldwin. Sanctuary window on Gospel side in loving memory of Edward Burall Frysinger. Donated by Grace E. Frysinger.

19. The Risen Christ A memorial to James MacBride Sterrett, D. D., January 1847–May 1923. Dedicated on October 13, 1928. Additional dedication: Restored by Patricia H. Dresser in loving memory of Jasper P. Horne, Jr., Easter 1966.

20a,b,c. Resurrection Given in memory of Lillian and Sidney Gore. Additional dedications: Given by Dr. Howard Gore. Sanctuary window on Epistle side in honor of George Patrick Frysinger. Lighted by Miss Grace E. Frysinger.

Transept21a,b,c. “All Souls are mine.” Given in memory of Dr.

Theodore C. Heyl, USN, and Emma L. Heyl.

22a,b. The Nativity—”On earth peace good will toward men.” Given “To the glory of God and in loving memory of Adlumia Dent Sterrett, March 1847–Feb-ruary 19, 1925”.

Additional dedication: Given by the sons of Rev. and Mrs. James M. Sterrett.

Nave, Epistle Side—South Wall23. The Sower Given in memory of Dr. Edwin Allston

Hill, 1850–1929, by Mrs. E. A. Hill, 1931. Additional ded-ications: restored anonymously in memory of Bob Folkman, Ken Post, and Gary Witt, Lent 1966.

24. The Good Samaritan Given in memory of Pembroke W. Pitt 1861–1927. “Who went about doing good.” (Acts 1:38). Additional dedication: Restored by Patricia H. Dresser in loving memory of Brian Patrick Dresser, Easter 1966.

25a,b,c. “The word was made flesh and dwelt among us” Given in memory of:

Panel a: Nell Rose Mitchell, 1929 Panel b: James C. and Louisa Cheseldine Panel c: Robert Milton Carter Additional dedication: Restored by James M. Norris in

loving memory of Jessie H. Fortenberry and Rosa C. Norris, Easter 1998.

26. See South Narthex—page 12.

Clerestory Windows27a,b,c. [Above window 10, North wall] Given in loving

memory of The Rev. Henry Hatch Dent Sterrett. Light-ed by Mrs. H. H. D. Sterrett. Additional dedications: in loving memory of The Rev. Henry Hatch Dent Sterrett.

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Some Common Symbols in Christian ArtAnimalsAss, Donkey With oxen, symbolizes animal creation, also the reign of God as creator. The creature was present at the nativity. (Christ selected the humble ass for his entry into Jerusalem.)Birds Souls of saints (akin to “free as a bird”); winged saints, the spiritual soul as a bird.Dog Faithfulness.Dove Holy Spirit. See Jn 1:32.Eagle John; also, see Ez 1:10, Rv 4:7.Egret Good.Goat Christ who seeks his beloved, the Church, or God who is all-seeing.Lamb, sheep Sacrifice, Christ’s sacrifice. Often, “Behold the Lamb of God”—Agnus Dei. Sometimes holds a cross; or blood flows into a chalice. Emblem of Christ.Lion Mark (usually a winged lion), Christ, Lion of Judea (Rv 5:5).Ox, winged ox Sacrifice. Also associated with Luke (usually a winged ox). Also see Is 1:3. With the ass, the ox was present at the nativity.Raven Death, a harbinger of death.Snake Evil, also sacrifice.Colors—generalBlack Mourning, death, also Good Friday.Blue Heavens, hope, also Advent.Crimson/red Blood crimson as passion, passionate love, love.Gold Heaven, holiness, also royalty (Christ).Green, green gold Sea, water, life, growth.Pink Light (intensified, intensity of light).Purple Royalty, penitence.White Purity, joy.FiguresAngels Symbolize heaven, happiness, also Matthew. Winged angels signify divine mission. The Arch- angel Gabriel is most often depicted with trumpet.Jesus/Christ Identity used for youth and early life of the Messiah/identity during his ministry.Mother and Child Human relationship with divinity.Saints Sense, presence, accessibility of saintliness.PlantsCypress Sometimes associated with death and immortality.Fruit(s) Fertility, also the fall from Paradise.Grape(s) Grapes are a common symbol in Christianity and are an emblem of Christ (“the true vine”) and of us, his followers as “fruit of the vine.” They are also as- sociated with the Eucharist, Christ’s blood. See Jn 15:1-5.Iris Sometimes called the sword lily, the iris is associated with the Virgin Mary, also with women, womanhood.Ivy Divine support, fidelity, immortality, eternal life.Lily Innocence, chastity, purity, also spirituality.Oak The oak is associated with Christ and/or Mary. Oak was used to fabricate the cross. Also signifies faith, virtue, and endurance in the face of adversity.Rose Martyrdom (red), purity (white).

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SignsAlpha and Omega The first and last letters of the Greek alphabet. They are symbols of God the Son. See Rv 1:8.Chi and Rho Symbolized as XR or XRI, are the first two Greek letters in “Christ.”INRI Latin abbreviation for “Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews.”

OtherArmor Chivalry. Also, the Christian faith, protection from evil and sin.Banner Symbol of victory usually carried by military saints. The resurrected Christ carries a banner with a cross symbolizing victory over death.Book, lectern Divine content, Gospels.Candle The light of the world, joy of righteousness.Chalice, cup Communion, also the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper. See Mt. 26:27.Chalice with serpent A symbol of St. John. Columns Manhood, strength, sometimes also Jesus.Cross Represents the redemption of mankind through

the death of Christ.Crown and cup Christ’s agony in the Garden of Geth- semane, his burden. See Mt 26:42.Crown and sword Sovereignty of the Lord, victory, Chris- tianity.Fire, torch, flame Holy Spirit, light from within, Pentecost. See Acts 2:1–4.Fleur-de-lis Royalty, the Trinity, the Annunciation, Virgin Mary, also the Saints.Halo, nimbus, aureole Divinity, radiance, the sun. Most often, a halo is gold and circular. A three-rayed nimbus or a cross in a circle, called a cruciform nimbus, is most often used in depictions of Christ and Mary and sym- bolizes redemption. An aureole is elipitcal and surrounds the whole body.Keys Keys to the Kingdom of Heaven.Lamp God, wisdom, piety. Lamp and scroll Scriptures. (Early writings were on parchment or paper.)Menorah A candelabrum, symbol of Judaism.Ointment, jar of ointment Mary (who used it to anoint Christ’s feet).Pen, pen and inkwell, inkhorn, quill Symbols of the Gos- pels (divine authorship), in particular Mark and Matthew.Rainbow Symbol of covenant between God and humanity (Gn 9).Roundel A rounded, usually circular or ring-shaped object.Rosette An ornament, usually circular having petals and leaves radiating symmetrically from the center.Scroll Wisdom or knowledge.Shells, cockle shells, scallops See water.Sun, moon, stars  The sun is the symbol of Christ, the “Sun of Righteousness”, of the splendor of God, and of his care for all of humanity; the crescent moon shown in its proper position and form is significant of the Virgin Mary as borrowed from her son, the Sun of Righteousness, even

Some Common Symbols in Christian Art—Continued

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.Water Refreshment, life, and baptism. Also associated with the resurrection and with St. John the Baptist (water was said to have stopped at Jesus’ feet dur- ing baptism). Shells are sometimes used in Baptism.

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The Architecture of All Souls ChurchALL Souls is a Gothic revival church, reflecting a style of American church architecture that flourished during the middle of the 19th century. Gothic churches, cathedrals, and basilicas 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.

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In Memory of Nancye T. Suggs

Special thanks are extended toStephanie Clipper

the Rev. Barbara D. Henry and Tom Mabon, for their research

on the windows of All Souls; to the Rev. John F. Beddingfield

for his review and additions to the content, and to Nancye T. Suggs whose foresight

inspired this publication.All photos: © 2009–2012 Ron Ross.

Graphic design: Barry E. Huber.

All Souls Memorial Episcopal Church2300 Cathedral Avenue, N.W.Washington, DC 20008-1505

Voice: 202-232-4244  FAX: 202-232-8593e-mail the church: office@allsoulsdc.org

Website: www.allsoulsdc.org

February 2016

All SoulS Are Mine“Behold, all souls are mine;

as the soul of the father, so also the soul of the son is mine:the soul that sinneth, it shall die.”

Ez 18:4

The mission of All Souls Church is to be a Christ-centered sanctuary where a diverse 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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