Clergy Collection

Edie Martin and George Relph
as Emily and the vicar in The Titfield Thunderbolt

The bishop and Vicar struggle with the Thunderbolt
Godfrey Tearle and George Relph in The Titfield Thunderbolt

Army Chaplain in Great War Deeds, WW1
An Army Chaplain holding a night service on the battlefield, with a packing case as an altar and a tin mug as a chalice. Reproduction of a painting by A C Michael in Great War Deeds

The Sleeping Congregation, William Hogarth
Vintage engraving of The Sleeping Congregation, William Hogarth. Interior of a church where the congregation sleeps as the clergyman reads from the gospel

Cartoon, Rev Stewart Headlam, The Church and Stage Guild. The Guild was formed in May 1879 with a view to breaking down prejudice against the theatre and its performers

Ethiopia - Abbysinian Clergy Date: circa 1930s

Saint Francis of Assisi statue
Statue of Saint Francis of Assisi in the garden of San Diego Mission, California. Digital photograph

Martin Luther portrait. Hand-colored engraving reproduction of a portrait by Holbein

William Tyndale, English translator of the New Testament. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Plymouth colonists in church, 1620s
Pilgrims holding worship service at Plymouth, Massachusetts, 1620s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Statue depicting San Gennaro (St. Januarius), by Giuliano Finelli, in the Cappella di San Gennaro, in the cathedral of Naples Naples Cathedral, Cappella di San Gennaro Statue Baroque

Knight Templar, knight and Bishop
Knight Templar stands on a Mediterranean shore, wearing the red cross on his cloak authorised by pope Eugenius III in 1146. Knight in chainmail, robe and holding shield and sword, and bishop

Joseph Smith translating the Book of Mormon
Joseph Smith translating the Mormon " Golden Bible" aloud to Oliver Cowdery, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Saint Ignatius of Loyola
Ignatius of Loyola casting out evil spirits. Printed color halftone reproduction of a painting by Rubens

Martin Luther portrait. Hand-colored engraving reproduction of a portrait by Holbein

Judge and courtroom in the Middle Ages
Plaintiff and defendant take the oath before a judge in the 1400s. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of a medieval illustration

First Crusade begun by Peter the Hermit, 1095
Peter the Hermit preaching the First Crusade before Pope Urban II, 1095. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Brass rubbing, Ralph Hamsterley, rector of Oddington, Oxon
Monumental brass rubbing, Ralph Hamsterley, rector of Oddington, Oxfordshire. circa 1518

Plate 80 from Los Caprichos : It is time (Ya es hora. ), 1799. Creator: Francisco Goya
Plate 80 from Los Caprichos : It is time (Ya es hora.), 1799

The Siege of the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad, 1891. Artist: Vasily Vereshchagin
The Siege of the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad, 1891. The Trinity Lavra of St Sergius was founded in Sergiyev Posad (Zagorsk), Russia, in 1345 by St Sergius of Radonezh

Cartoon, The Church and Stage Guild -- Playful Kittens! The Church and Stage Guild was formed in May 1879, with a view to breaking down prejudice against the theatre and its performers

A Scene From Evangeline
A scene of Acadians (French settlers of the Canadian Maritime Provinces) as they dance and frolic to a fiddlers tune while a clergyman looks on in an illustration (after F.O.C)

Boer War Memorial unveiling, Haverfordwest, South Wales
Commemorative photograph of the unveiling of the Boer War Memorial at St Mary the Virgin Church, High Street, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales

Roman Catholic church, Farm Street, Mayfair, London, with an inset of Father Bernard Vaughan (1847-1922). Date: circa 1905

Royal Wedding 1947 - Archbishop of Canterbury
The Most Rev. Rt. Hon. Geoffrey Francis Fisher, Archbishop of Canterbury (1887 - 1972), who officiated at the marriage of Princess Elizabeth to Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten at Westminster Abbey

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Quaker George Fox talking with women in a field, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Methodist evangelist George Whitefield, with his autograph. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

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George Whitefield preaching in Moorfields, London, 1742. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Top English Clergy
The Archbishops of Canterbury and York, together with other top English clergy, at the coronation of George V

Virgin and Child with Saint Lorenzo Giustiniani and Zeno, 1874, (1903)
Virgin and Child with Saint Lorenzo Giustiniani and Zeno, 1874. From The Connoisseur Vol. VII [Otto Limited, London, 1903.]

Caricature of Archdeacon Dunbar, Anglican clergyman
Caricature of Archdeacon Charles Gordon Cumming Dunbar (1844-1916), Anglican clergyman of St Andrews Church, Tavistock Place, London, who was involved in a divorce case in 1881 brought by his wife

Rev. Edward Hale, Vanity Fair, Spy
Reverend EDWARD HALE (1828- ) Master at Eton College, England, here dressed in gown and mortar board. Caption: Badger Date: 1828-

JOHN KEBLE (1792-1866). English clergyman and poet. Oil by George Richmond

WILLIAM BARNES (1801-1886). English poet, philologist and clergyman. Wood engraving, English, 1886

Blessing the Bells of St. Pauls Cathedral, 1878
Engraving showing the ceremony held to bless the newly installed bells of St. Pauls Cathedral, London, in 1878. The image shows a group of clergy, kneeling in prayer, and the ringers

England / Wells
The Vicars Close, adjacent to the famous Wells Cathedral, Somerset, was originally built to house the clergy. Claims to be the oldest complete street of its kind in Europe

Father Carless of St Anns Custom House Roman Catholic Church, paying out and putting up the winning numbers at the tote club he has founded

ISaC BACKUS (1724-1806). American clergyman. Wood engraving, 19th century

Timber-Framed Cottages
Timber-framed Clergy Houses just within the gateway of the churchyard at Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England. Date: 16th century

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Saint Ignatius of Loyola. Hand-colored engraving

Clergymans collar, Irigny, Rhones-Alpes, France, Europe

Bishop Thomas Wilson
Bishop THOMAS WILSON Bishop of Sodor and Man

Dr. Hawtrey, the late Provost of Eton College, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Dr. Hawtrey, the late Provost of Eton College, 1862. Edward Craven Hawtrey attended the College as a boy from 1799, starting out as an Oppidan and then later becoming a King's Scholar in 1803

Puritans Before James I, c1600, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Puritans Before James I, c1600, (1890). James VI and I (1566-1625) faced complicated religious challenges during his reigns in Scotland and England, in London

Victorian satire, Principle and Interest
Vintage engraving of Victorian satire, Principle and Interest. Clergyman tempted by the devil with power and money

Silverstone War Memorial Re-dedication
D-Day Veterans Association Honourary Chaplain, Father Ken Ward (GBR), re-dedicates the Silverstone war memorial. The memorial commemorates the personnel from 17 Operational Training Unit (OTU)

"Ostium Ovium": a priest at the entrance of a church Italy. Date of Photograph:1950-1955

Religious ceremony Italy. Date of Photograph:1965 ca

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"Clergy: Guardians of Faith, History, and Inspiration" In the realm of spirituality and devotion, clergy members such as Edie Martin and George Relph have left an indelible mark on society. Their unwavering commitment as Army Chaplains during the Great War earned them a place in history for their remarkable deeds. Even within the confines of their own churches, the struggles faced by bishops and vicars are often akin to battling thunderbolts. As depicted in a poignant cartoon by Rev Stewart Headlam, these spiritual leaders navigate through storms with resilience and determination. Throughout centuries past, depictions like William Hogarth's "The Sleeping Congregation" remind us that even the most devout can sometimes find themselves lost or disconnected from their faith. However, it is through introspection that individuals can reawaken their spiritual journey. From William Tyndale's translation of the Bible to Plymouth colonists seeking solace in church during the 1620s; clergy members have played pivotal roles in shaping religious practices across time and continents. The statue of Saint Francis of Assisi stands tall as a symbol of humility and compassion - virtues embodied by countless clergymen who dedicate their lives to serving others selflessly. Martin Luther's bold actions sparked a revolution within Christianity itself. His courage to challenge established norms paved the way for religious reformations worldwide. Ethiopia boasts an ancient tradition upheld by its Abbysinian Clergy - wise men carrying knowledge passed down through generations. Their teachings provide guidance amidst cultural richness. Intriguingly intertwined with power dynamics throughout history are figures like Knight Templar knights alongside influential bishops - exemplifying how religion has been entwined with politics since time immemorial. Joseph Smith translating the Book of Mormon showcases how modern-day clergy continue to shape belief systems while providing spiritual guidance rooted in contemporary contexts. Through triumphs and tribulations alike, clergy members remain steadfast pillars of faith, offering solace and hope in a world often plagued by uncertainty.