Mae Runions

Two Fabric Hangings

St. Jude’s Anglican Home, Vancouver, B.C., 1992

St. Judes is a long term care seniors’ residence. The hangings were commissioned by the St. Jude’s Anglican Home Society to enrich regular worship services in the chapel on the lower level. Mrs. Douglas Hambidge was the liaison person working with me.

The gold fabric I used reflected light even when the lights were not turned on and gave the effect of stained glass windows when one stood at the door looking into the darkened interior.

Tree of Life

The Tree of Life is an ancient symbol of God’s presence (Gen 2: 9,10; Rev 22: 1,2); it is a sign of fruitfulness and vitality. Birds have been used to symbolize souls transported to the beauty of heaven since earliest times in Christian art.

I am the Vine (Antependium)

The vine bearing fruit is a symbol of the unique relationship between Christ and his church, a union of protection and fruitfulness. These symbols seemed appropriate to place in this home to celebrate long life under God’s care.