Reordering of West End Complete

The reordering of the West End at St John’s is now complete. One of the main tasks has been to move the font and reduce the size of its base. We have done this for practical reasons, but the result is aesthetically more pleasing since the original base was quite out of proportion to the font. There is also some symbolic value in moving the font nearer to the church door. Previously it seemed to be designed to prevent the ministers from leaving the vestry. Now it more appropriately marks the way into the church.

The safe has been moved to the alcove in the North East corner, the inner doors have been replaced, and the cupboard has been replaced with a corner cupboard and surrounding shelves, all done in a way which creates more space.

The overall work is modest in scope, but it makes a significant improvement in a small church where space is at a premium. It is now much easier for people to circulate, and the new doors give more light.