Church pulpits

Title

Church pulpits

Subject

In this parish magazine article of 1990 John Kett gives a brief history of the pulpit and references St Agnes Cawston.

Description

John Kett explains that until the early 1600s priests delivered their sermons in front of the altar or from the Rood Loft. Pulpits vary a great deal in design and construction. The pulpit in St Agnes Church is supported on a wooden stem and dates from the 15C. To find out more click on the item and photos to view in full screen.

Creator

Naomi Horrocks

Source

Cawston Parish magazine 1990

Contributor

John Kett