Stained Glass Window and Plaque 1914-18 1939-45 Queen of Martyrs R.C.

Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Roman Catholic Church, Newhouse Esh Winning

a. 1914-18
b. 1939-45

a. Unveiled June 1920 by Father Beech, P.P.

Marble.

In your prayers
remember those of
Newhouse Parish
who died in the
war of
1914 to 1918

And of those
who died in the
war of
1939 to 1945.

Stained glass window of two lights depicting the Resurrection.

The left hand light shows an angel telling Mary Magdalene at the entrance to the tomb: “He is risen, he is not here.”

The right hand light shows Jesus saying to Mary: “I ascend unto my Father and your Father”.

Below is a plaque 32 inches high x 38 inches wide (81cms x 97cms) made of a green marble moulded frame containing a white marble panel which bears the dedication.

This is set on a pattress 37 inches high x 42 inches wide (94cms x 107cms).

The dedication for both wars are on the left, the names are listed in a single column on the right.

All lettering is in Roman capitals.

1. This church has had four names, including St. Mary.

Photos: C. Sanders; Dorothy Hall

Wearside Catholic News
26/06/1920 carries brief report of unveiling.

C. Sanders;
Dorothy Hall

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