Category Archives: Art

See the treasures of the Church

Posted on August 10, 2017 by stchrysostoms

One of the most celebrated saints in the history of the Church, St Laurence is honoured on August 10th. His day is, unusually, given a high rank – Feast rather than Memorial – in the Roman Catholic Western calendar. The … Continue reading →

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Christus Rex

Posted on March 21, 2017 by stchrysostoms

The representation of the tortured, wounded, body of Christ on the Cross has become a central sign and symbol in many Churches. This crucifix is often centrally displayed as a focus for devotion and prayer. In fact it was only … Continue reading →

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Women of Courage in the Bible

Posted on March 16, 2017 by stchrysostoms

Women of courage stand out in the Bible. Sometimes because of the way history is told, and even faith proclaimed, men can seem to predominate. With this in mind the St Chrysostom’s  Justice and Peace group is looking at the … Continue reading →

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Another Way

Posted on January 7, 2017 by stchrysostoms

In the final reflection in our series looking at the journey of the wise men we consider their return home. To begin this reflection first be still, and settle for a few moments to help you focus on the reflection. … Continue reading →

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Our Gifts

Posted on January 6, 2017 by stchrysostoms

As we approach the Feast of the Epiphany we are offering daily reflections on the journey of the wise men. Today we reflect on gifts.  As we begin the reflection we pause quietly for a few moments before beginning and … Continue reading →

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Lost in Wonder

Posted on January 5, 2017 by stchrysostoms

Here is the next in our series of six daily reflections on the journey of the wise men. The reflections can be read alone, or in order. They help prepare us for the Feast of the Epiphany. As we begin … Continue reading →

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Danger on the way

Posted on January 4, 2017 by stchrysostoms

This is the third daily reflection in preparation for the feast of the Epiphany, and intended as an encouragement in faith at the beginning of a new year. We are reflecting together on the journey of the wise men, the … Continue reading →

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Burlison and Grylls

Posted on October 19, 2016 by stchrysostoms

The stained glass windows of St Chrysostom’s are a special and notable feature of the Church. All those in the nave and apse of the Church, and some in the Anson Chapel, are the work of the prominent stained glass … Continue reading →

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St John Chrysostom in stained glass

Posted on September 14, 2016 by stchrysostoms

We are so fortunate at St Chrysostom’s in having a delightful stained glass window of St John Chrysostom in the apse of the church – above the main altar. He is next to St Athanasius, another great teacher in God’s … Continue reading →

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Icons of Chrysostom

Posted on September 14, 2016 by stchrysostoms

We begin a series of blog posts collecting a variety of representations of St John Chrysostom, with an emphasis on images found in churches of the Anglican Communion. No images exist from the time of the saint himself, but a … Continue reading →

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