A new set of stained glass windows are replacing ones that commemorated slave trader Edward Colston.
The windows were unveiled as part of several events celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Bristol Bus BoycottThe Bristol Bus Boycott has been celebrated in one of four new stained glass windows unveiled at a church.commemorated the slave trader Edward ColstonThe windows, which include depictions of Jesus in multiple ethnicities, are part of events commemorating the 60th anniversary ofJacqueline Braithwaite, who helped to choose the new designs, said they are a "catalyst for change".
Harriet Tyley, who was also on the judging panel that decided on the designs, said it was "overwhelming" to see them being installed."It's been a long time coming and lots of work has gone into it.Ms Tyley said it was an "exciting moment" to see the panels being installedCanon Dan Tindall, of St Mary Redcliffe Church, said it was an "extraordinary moment" to see the new windows in place.
He added: "To have something that is utterly different reframing the main window above. We think this is the first time [this kind of project has been done].Image caption,Image caption, Canon Dan Tindall said he thinks it is the first time that a project of this kind has happened within the Church of England
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