For the first time in more than a century, a new stained-glass window has been constructed and installed in Christ Church Cathedral. The vibrant statement window was designed by celebrated artist John Reyntiens MBE and produced in London by the world-renowned Reyntiens Glass Studio.
John Reyntiens is the foremost stained-glass artist of his generation. His many lauded past projects include the restoration of the glass in Big Ben’s clock dials and the creation of windows celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond and Platinum Jubilees.
At the heart of Christ Church’s new window is a depiction of St Francis – patron saint of the environment and animals – who is displayed amid a rich and uplifting natural scene that both evokes Christ Church’s gardens and reminds us of our obligations to our planet.
Reflecting on what the window means to the Christ Church community, the Dean, the Very Revd Professor Sarah Foot, said: “I think what is most exciting about this is having an opportunity for this generation to stamp its mark on the building in a way that will last through time. This window reminds us of our responsibilities to care for creation – creation that God made and gave to us to enjoy, but also charged us to look after.”
