The All Saints' Stained Glass Windows Virtual Tour
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Did you know that the last (most southerly) window on the East wall of the church, is in memory of Mr. & Mrs. W.C. Town?
Mr. Town, a Funeral Director, moved his family to Whitby from Brockville, Ontario in 1927; and set up shop on Brock Street South. From then until their deaths, Mr. & Mrs. Town served both All Saints' Church and the Town of Whitby well.
They were most generous with their time, and left us with a legacy, not only in gifts that are still used in the church today, but a family of children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren who worship at All Saints' each Sunday.
Mr. Town was Rector's Warden (The Rev. E.R. Adye) in 1935 and 1936. Those were hard times, from Tuesday to Saturday the Parish Hall could only be used at the discretion of the Wardens, who had to give permission to light the fires.
In 1943, the Rector, the Rev. A. Gordon Channen and Mr. Town served as representatives from All Saints' Church on the Whitby War Effort Committee.
William Clarence Town
1885 - 1963
Georgina Isabelle Phillips
1895 - 1957
"And the Word was made Flesh, and dwelt among us"
John 1:14
Dedicated 1970
Did you know that the Window #2 on the East wall of the church, is in memorial to Mr. & Mrs. H.H. Goode?
The Goodes moved, from Toronto to Whitby in 1930, "H.H. Goode and Son Feed and Seed" and an office on Brock Street North, keeping a few supplies there, their main business being in Myrtle. When a serious fire destroyed the Myrtle Station Mill, the business was moved to Uxbridge where it is still in operation under the management of cousin, John Taylor, and his wife Marg. After Mr. Goode died, the family made arrangements for John to take over the business as he had already been General Manager for awhile.
Mr. Goode is remembered as a quiet man, always attended Vestry Meetings, and willingly served wherever needed.
Mrs. Goode was a member of the Afternoon Guild and served as President. She belonged to the Chancel Guild, and as its President, convened the Afternoon Tea Parties in her home to raise money to purchase coloured hangings for the Altar. She also took responsibility for laundering and ironing all church linen. She acted as Hostess when special guests visited the Parish.
Again, the family, children, and grandchildren, took an active part in the life of All Saints', until about 1965 when they moved to Brooklin and became involved in St. Thomas' Church.
"Come unto Me"
Matt. 11:20
Henry Howard Goode
1879 - 1966
"Behold, I stand at the door and knock"
Rev. 3:20
Dana Louisa Goode
1887 - 1969
Did you know that the letters A.B.H. so prominently displayed in the left panel of Window #3 on the East wall are for Anthony Bawden Hawke, who was Chief Emigration Agent for Canada?
In the right panel stands an Eagle, the symbol of St. John the Divine. In both panels are two golden crosses intertwined with wreaths of flowers.
In the circular window above is a verse from the Book of Proverbs. The initials, flowers, and the vivid red border make this window different from any of the other windows in the church, when the sun shines through, it is one of the brightest.
In memory of
Anthony B. Hawke
Born 1st. April 1792
Died 11th. August 1867
"The memory of the just is blessed"
Prov. 10:7
Did you know that Windows #4 and #5 on the East wall are a set of two and cannot be separated?
#5, close to the Lady Altar, was installed first and is a memorial to Daniel Betts. It is a colourful and interesting window, a combination of 7 Christian symbols. The main ones, on a bright red background, are, to the left, a gold cross entwined with the words "Take up thy cross and follow Me" Matt. 16:24, and to the right, a golden crown with the words "I will give thee a Crown of Life" Rev. 2:10.
"To the Glory of God and in memory of Daniel Betts
Died May 2nd, 1876, aged 58 years, erected by his widow."
Its companion window, #4, is in memory of Eliza Almond Betts. It is a very pale window with an angel in each of its side panels, and the circular window above has an angel with an outstretched banner. The inscription in this window is unique, for although Mrs. Betts lived into the 20th century, and she herself, in her will, gave instructions for the installation of the window, the rare word "relict" is used instead of "widow" to describe her relationship to Daniel, her husband.
Her age certainly couldn't be more exact: "To the Glory of God and in memory of Eliza Almond, relict of the late Daniel Betts. Died November 22nd. 1900, aged 83 years 9 months and 22 days."
"To the Glory of God and in memory of Eliza Almond,
relict of the late Daniel Betts.
Died November 22nd. 1900, aged 83 years 9 months 22 days."
"We magnify Thy Holy Name"
Did you know that Windows #4 and #5 on the East wall are a set of two and cannot be separated?
#5, close to the Lady Altar, was installed first and is a memorial to Daniel Betts. It is a colourful and interesting window, a combination of 7 Christian symbols. The main ones, on a bright red background, are, to the left, a gold cross entwined with the words "Take up thy cross and follow Me" Matt. 16:24, and to the right, a golden crown with the words "I will give thee a Crown of Life" Rev. 2:10.
"To the Glory of God and in memory of Daniel Betts
Died May 2nd, 1876, aged 58 years, erected by his widow."
Its companion window, #4, is in memory of Eliza Almond Betts. It is a very pale window with an angel in each of its side panels, and the circular window above has an angel with an outstretched banner. The inscription in this window is unique, for although Mrs. Betts lived into the 20th century, and she herself, in her will, gave instructions for the installation of the window, the rare word "relict" is used instead of "widow" to describe her relationship to Daniel, her husband.
Her age certainly couldn't be more exact: "To the Glory of God and in memory of Eliza Almond, relict of the late Daniel Betts. Died November 22nd. 1900, aged 83 years 9 months and 22 days."
To the Glory of God and in memory of Daniel Betts
Died May 2nd, 1876, aged 58 years, erected by his widow."
Did you know that when we cross over to the West wall and come to Window #6, we find a memorial to James Rutledge, a lawyer, a dedicated churchman, and, at one time, Mayor of the town of Whitby?
In the early days, only six sidesmen were required, three for each side of the church. When, in 1880, Mr. Rutledge was appointed sidesman, he was assigned to the East side of the church.
Our records show he served as Churchwarden several times, beginning in 1884. In 1899, in that capacity, he and his fellow Warden, along with two representatives from St. John's Church, Port Whitby, paid a visit to the Bishop of Toronto in the hope of securing a clergyman to suit both churches. There is more than one story concerning that meeting, suffice to say never again was an attempt made to join our two parishes.
The window itself depicts Jesus, having joined the two disciples on the road to Emmaus, being entreated to stay the night, and rest.
The brass plaque just below the Rutledge window is a memorial gift from the congregation of All Saints' in memory of Harriet Rutledge. On her death in 1919, she left a bequest to the Rector and Churchwardens of the church.
In 1920, when the Rector consulted a lawyer regarding this bequest, he was told that such a small amount was being deducted from the principal that it would take a great number of years to reduce the principal by any great amount.
"Interest, Rutledge bequest" appeared for the first time on the annual statement for the year ending December 31, 1919, the final payment, in the mid 1980s.
"To the Glory of God and in loving memory of
James Rutledge
Born July 12, 1842
Died December 7, 1914
Dedicated Jan.30 1916"
"Abide with us, for it is toward evening and the day is far spent"
St. Luke 24:29
Did you know that Window #7 on the West wall is dedicated to the memory of John Hamer Greenwood and his wife, Charlotte Churchill Hubbard?
This couple were married in Pickering by the Incumbent of Whitby, the Rev. J. D'arcy Cayley, in 1865. All Saints' was in the process of being built.
This window has much in common with its neighbour (Rutledge, Window#6) to the right. Both Mr. Rutledge and Mr. Greenwood were lawyers, and they both served as Mayor of Whitby, Mr. Greenwood in 1874. They were active members of All Saints', Mr. Greenwood audited the church books at the same time Mr. Rutledge was Warden. Here, the similarity ends.
The Greenwoods raised a family of seven children, one of whom was to become known as "Whitby's Famous Son". This son was named Thomas Hubbard at his baptism in All Saints', and as plain "Tom" attended Whitby schools, being a great orator and debater in high school. He received his Proficiency Certificate from Mechanics Institute.
He went to England in 1895, and was elected a Member of Parliament, becoming secretary to Winston Churchill, and was the last Chief Secretary for Ireland, 1920 - 1922.
At some point he changed his middle name from Hubbard to Hamer, then used it for his Christian name, thus he became "Hamer, 1st Viscount Greenwood". It is interesting to note his father and brother had the same middle name, "Hamer".
The window was dedicated on Sunday, September 4th. 1938 with the Primate of Canada, Archbishop of Toronto, the Most Rev. Derwyn T. Owen, officiating. Viscount Greenwood unveiled the window, the service was broadcast by CBL Radio. Lady Greenwood attended the service, along with their children, and other members of the family.
Viscount Greenwood was born February, 1870 in Whitby, and died in England September 10th. 1948. The plaque bearing the Greenwood Coat of Arms was placed beneath the window by the congregation. In the circular window is the Greenwood Coat of Arms, with their family motto, "Law and Loyalty".
In the main panels, the left one depicts a figure of "Faith" and the right one "Charity".
Did you know that Window #8, third down on the West wall, is in memory of a former Rector of All Saints'?
The Rev. Gordon Channen came to Whitby as the 11th Rector of All Saints' in December, 1941, and remained until 1953 when he left to become Rector of Christ Church, Scarborough.
Rev. Channen died very suddenly on Easter Monday, 1960. What better theme could a congregation have chosen for a window as a memorial to a former Rector than this?
In the circular window, the Chalice, Paten, and Host and Purificator ready for the administration of the Holy Eucharist, and in the main window, the Resurrection ... the empty tomb for the Man who died at Eastertide.
"To the Glory of God and in loving memory of
Canon A. Gordon Channen
Rector of this church 1940-1953 (Actual 1941)
Born 1906
Died 1960
Dedicated Jan.30 1961"
Did you know that Window #9 on the West wall, is in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Lomax?
Mrs. Lomax, a small woman, but a lady with a large heart! More than once her family saw their just-cooked meal passed through the door to someone she thought needed it more than they did!
Mr. Lomax, what better than a quote to describe him taken from the Obituary column of the Daily times-Gazette of December 5th. 1952 ......
"A native of England, the deceased had lived in Whitby for 40 years. He was an adherent of All Saints' Anglican Church and had been active in many phases of community life. During World War I, he served with the Royal Canadian Artillery and was awarded the Croix de Guerre for bravery in the field. Following the war, he evidneced great interest in the welfare of war veterans, being President of the Great War Veteran's Association, and later, President of Branch 112, Canadian Legion, in 1933 - 1934.
For many years, he was storekeeper at the Ontario Hospital and, until his retirement several years ago, engaged in the Department of Veterans' Affairs. He had also been active in young people's work, being the Scoutmaster of the Whitby Boy Scout Troop ..."
Ernest Machin Lomax
1886 - 1952
and
his wife
Florence Ada Warf
1886 - 1971
They brought Jesus all their sick, and He healed them.
Matt. 4:24
Did you know that the inscription on Window #10 on the West wall reads "To the Glory of God and in Memory of William Barnes & Mary douglas, Robert Barnes & Barbara Maud"?
William Barnes built the viewing stand for the laying of the Corner Stone on June 29th. 1865, and he and his partner were awarded the contract to build the new Anglican Church, which was eventually named All Saints' and opened for worship on Sunday, November 4th. 1866.
Robert Barnes, his son, was contracted to restore the building following the tragic fire in August, 1927.
The window was given by son and grandson, William Barnes, and by daughter and grandaughter, Laura Barnes and her husband, Richard Cassels, and daughter and grand-daughter, Edith Barnes.
When the window was dedicated, William Barnes and Richard Cassels had passed away, but the two ladies, who were so proud of their grandfather who built the church, and the father who rebuilt it, remained active members of the Afternoon Guild, and attended regularly the 11:00 AM Sunday service, until ill health curtailed their activities which was well into the 1970s. A family with over one hundred years of love and dedication to All Saints'.
The circular window is divided into four sections by a Celtic Cross, with a Christian symbol in each quarter. The Keys to the Kingdom of Heaven, the Fish (the very first Christian symbol) with the letters "I.X.O.Y.C.", the Scallop Shell for St. James, and the Shield of St. Andrew.
Follow Me, and I will make you Fishers of Men
Matt. 4:19
Did you know that 25 years were to pass between the time the Balcony window was reserved and a memorial window was installed and dedicated?
In January of 1939, Vestry was asked "to approve of, and order the reservation of the space a the South end of the church above the Front doors, for the erection, at some time in the future, of a memorial window".
The generous donor desired "The Ascension of our Blessed Lord in Heaven to be the subject depicted in stained glass". This work, when executed, was to be under the direction of the Bishop of Toronto, and the Rector of All Saints'.
At the vestry meeting of January, 1963, the Rector reported on the bequest from the estate of Mrs. Christian, to install a stained glass window over the front doors, and asked for volunteers to serve on a committee to look after this project. The bequest made provision for illumination of the window, both inside and out, so all could see. A timed light from the inside does a superb job, but although many attempts were made, no satisfactory way has been found to install lights on the outside.
The window was dedicated at the 11:00 AM service on March 8th, 1964.
Because it could be difficult for the special guests to see all that was taking place on the balcony, (six were from a Toronto newspaper), the Rector issued instructions for seating as follows:
"A pew with a line of vision on the window on the balcony so that the whole window can be seen by the Party, from whatever pew is reserved for them. Get the Group Captain to rope off this pew".
The circular window above depicts an Angel holding a Golden Crown of Life. The left-hand panel, headed "ALPHA", has an angel with a banner reading "Praise the Lord" while the right-hand panel is headed "OMEGA" and has an angel with a banner reading "For the Lord is Good". The centre panel shows the Ascending Lord, eleven disciples, and two women.
"Lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. "
To the Glory of God and in Loving memory of
Arthur E. Christian
Died July 4th. 1931
Clarissa Elmina Warrne
Died July 6th. 1962
Did you know that the first window in the Chancel on the West wall, behind the choir pews, shows St. Cecelia, the Patron Saint of Music?
According to our records, Joseph Agg was organist and Choir Director at All Saints' from 1919 - 1926. Because of his love of music, there could be no better choice for this window than St. Cecelia, sitting on an organ bench, directing the Angel musician playing a trumpet. What better place for such a window than close to the church organ?
It is with sadness that some members of the present congregation view this window in memory of Joseph Agg and his wife, Emma. It was their son Ronald, for many years a very active member of All Saints', who made arrangements for its installation, but sadly, did not live to see it dedicated.
"To the Glory of God and in Loving Memory
of Joseph and Emma Agg and Family
Given by the Late Ronald Agg"
Did you know that the window on the West wall oft the Chancel, inside the Altar rail, is a memorial to Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Threadgold?
Stuart married Alice Speller in England in 1913, and a short time later, with brother Frank, set sail for Canada and settled in Whitby.
The men worked as building contractors under the name "Threadgold Brothers" until Frank's death in 1955. Their last project was the building of the W.C. Town Funeral Home on Dundas Street East, Whitby.
In 1956, Stuart became Works Supervisor for Whitby Schools, a position he held until his retirement.
Mrs. Threadgold died in 1973, but not before the couple celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Stuart was to live another 18 years, to the amazing age of 103 years.
To the Glory of God and in Loving memory of
Stuart Threadgold
1888 - 1991
and his wife
Alice Speller
1890 - 1973
Did you know that the oldest window in the church is often missed by visitors and congregation alike?
The window on the East wall of the Chancel, inside the Altar rail, was already installed when the church first opened for worship on Sunday, November 4th. 1866. At that time it was on the Chancel's West wall, behind the choir pews. In the 1960s after the addition of the new Parish Hall blocked the daylight, and the electric light behind the window was seldom turned on, it was decided to move the window across the Chancel to its present position.
While on the West wall, it received almost fatal injuries in the tragic fire of August, 1927. McCausland Glass Works repaired the damage, it was now a combination of old (1866) and new (1928) glass.
The inscription describing this work reads "in this window are incorporated portions of the original Memorial destroyed by fire, 1927."
It is a most beautiful window, its colours diffused, the result of the fire, the Chalice looks real enough to be placed on the Altar, the Font, the Grapes ....
Take time to look at this window, and reflect upon the changes that have taken place in All Saints' since its installation 134 years ago.
In memory of Louisa Hawke
Died 1865
Erected by her husband, G.H. Dartnell 1866
Did you know that the Altar window is not only one memorial, but pays tribute to three separate people?
This very large window survived the fire of 1927 only because the men of the Parish stood guard over it, and prevented the firefighters from leaning their ladders against it.
Centred high above the Altar is a small circular window showing the Dove, the symbol of the Holy Spirit. A little below and to the left, another circular window is a memorial to Elbert Van Carson, age 25, the son of a prominint Whitby physician. He was a teacher at Whitby Collegiate Institute, and sadly, he drowned off Corbett's Point in August, 1884. Corbett's Point was a popular picnic spot where Thickson Road meets Lake Ontario, and is now know as Thickson's Point.
There are two Angels in the window carrying a banner, bearing the inscription:
"Elbert Van Carson, born Jan. 1859, drowned August 21st. 1884"
In 1994, we had a very interesting summer following the comings and goings of this very large window. It was taken away, a section at a time, for repair. After being restored to good and safe condition, and after having had 116 years of dirt and grime removed, it was reinstalled with its colours brighter and more beautiful than ever. The work was done by Steve Jepson of Sundance Glass Studio, Whitby, Ontario.
The circular window to the right above the Altar is a Memorial to Jane Margaret Perry.
On June 1st. 1865, Mrs. Perry and her husband, John Ham Perry, " ... did deed to the Church Society of the Diocese of Toronto, a tract of land in the town of Whitby, the County of Ontario, in the Province of Canada, for the site for a Church, to be called All Saints'" - land that had been used for sheep grazing.
Jane Margaret was a daughter-in-law of Peter Perry, the Founding Father of Whitby.
This window has two angels carrying a banner with the inscription:
"Jane Margaret Perry, born 1829, died 1881"
The main part of the Altar window is a memorial to our second Rector, the Rev. E.H. Cold, 1874 - 1878.
This window is divided into three vertical panels and each of these divided again into three sections. Looking across the top sections, from the left, we see a Cross, for the passion, on the far right, and Anchor, for Faith, and in the centre, the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Moving down to the lower section, in the left corner is the Crown of Thorns (the Crucifixion), on the right, the Golden Crown (the Crown of Life), and in the centre, the Pelican plucking open her breast to feed her young with her own blood to keep them alive, just as the Blood of Christ was shed for us, that wee, too, might live.
We now come to the central and most beautiful part of the window, the title of which is found in the left panel entwined around the empty Cross:
"I am the Good Shepherd"
The centre panel shows Jesus, the Good Shepherd, standing in the midst of His sheep, cradling lambs in His arms. In the right panel are the words:
"Well done good and faithful servant"
"To the Glory of god and in memory of
Rev'd Edmond Hearle Cole
sometime Rector of this church
Born August 10th. 1821
Died May 16th. 1878"
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