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I cannot let this moment pass without mentioning the programme currently on BBC 1. A Service of Reflection and Hope from St Patrick's.
My great grandfather was Archbishop of Armagh and this was his cathedral whilst in office. There is a stained glass window to his memory and one he had installed in memory of his son who acted as his secretary until his early death.
It was a very moving moment when I visited and saw the window for myself. Although aware of its existance I didn't realise how large it was.
And a note on the man himself. I am given to understand that he was very broad minded and encouraged lay members to take more responsibility for running the church. The biggest indication of his views is that while a bishop in the Church of Ireland he had a cook who was Roman Catholic. He will forever be admired by me for that.
He has his own Wikipedia entry.
My great grandfather was Archbishop of Armagh and this was his cathedral whilst in office. There is a stained glass window to his memory and one he had installed in memory of his son who acted as his secretary until his early death.
It was a very moving moment when I visited and saw the window for myself. Although aware of its existance I didn't realise how large it was.
And a note on the man himself. I am given to understand that he was very broad minded and encouraged lay members to take more responsibility for running the church. The biggest indication of his views is that while a bishop in the Church of Ireland he had a cook who was Roman Catholic. He will forever be admired by me for that.
He has his own Wikipedia entry.