elping the fishermen make a miraculous catch of fish. After an unsuccessful night’s fishing, He appeared to them and told them where to cast their net. Scripture records that there were 153 large fish in the catch (John 21.1–11). This number is significant because it was the number of different types of fish known at that time. The final panel, top right, shows the reinstatement of Peter by the lakeside after Jesus had prepared breakfast for the disciples. Jesus gave Peter the bread and fish to eat and afterwards commanded him ‘Feed my sheep’ (John 21.12–17).
The top third of the window depicts the angels and archangels in glory praising the risen Christ. Some are playing harps, cymbals and tambourines while others sing ‘Alleluia’. The four central figures are probably representations of Moses, Isaiah, Ezekiel and Jeremiah.
The damaged inscription reads IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM RICHARD SUMPTER AND CATHERINE.
All photos are by kind permission of the Rev’d Steve Day Copyright © 2010
Article researched and written by Angela Watts