As the parish administrator of SFX, Brother Ken Vance, is one of our dedicated team of trustees, we have very close links with the church, and as such The Whitechapel Centre was given the honour of arranging a display.
Five of our service users, along with two of our art teachers, Joan and Carol, arranged some beautiful displays that were then placed at the end of the pews.
Along with the flower displays various other items from that period, photos, and titanic memorabilia were displayed.
A young, soon to be Jesuit Priest, Francis Browne, had been on the first part of the Titanic's journey from Southampton to Ireland, and had taken many photographs of the ship that were used in the display. The only reason that he hadn't remained aboard was because his order had forbade him, perhaps divine intervention?
Something Francis may have worn
There were many beautiful displays throughout the church, and various concerts talks were given throughout the weekend to commemorate the 100 year anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic.
For those service users from The Whitechapel that took part it provided a wonderful opportunity to show their creativity, and to display their work for others to enjoy.
One of our regular art teachers aiding with the presentation of The Whitehchapel Centre's display.
Kelly from The Whitechapel Centre with her beautiful display.
The whole weekend was extermely successful, with the church being full throughout the three days. It was a wonderful way to remember the many lives that had been lost all those years ago.
