Virtual Tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King.

THE CHAPEL OF ST COLUMBA

In this small, intimate Chapel which is dedicated to St Columba, apostle of the north of Britain, there are jewel-like hangings in the Celtic style. It has been designed as a self-contained, silent and dimly lit space, entered from the nave through a small semi-circular-headed doorway. It is lit by small square coloured windows designed by David Atkins. The hanging panels were designed by Sister Anthony SND and made by Mrs Pat Boulton. One shows the figure of the Saint with the Island of Iona and the sea monster which threatens his frail coracle in the background. He holds a small church, symbolising the building of the first Christian church in the North. The Crucifixion Panel shows Christ on the Cross flanked by Mary and St John the Evangelist. Symbols of the four Evangelists are shown on the Cross. The angels at the base carry the emblem of the Knights of St Columba who have sponsored the Chapel. The Chapel is used for celebrations with smaller congregations.