Vestments for Pentecost : 6

In this Pentecost Octave, we continue to present some of the red vestments made by the Saint Bede Studio.

This set of vestments is in the style we call Saint Austin.  It is a stylised chasuble  in the Gothic Revival form and notable for being pointed at the front and the back.  The chasuble is long, but not wide.  As made by the Saint Bede Studio, this style of vestment is very comfortable to wear.

This particular set was made from ecclesiastical brocade in a rich shade of red, it was lined in a muted gold shade of taffeta and ornamented with a one of the Studio's unique braids Saint Giles in colours of burgundy and gold upon red. 

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Whitsuntide

On the glorious feast, the birth of the Church, the Saint Bede Studio greets all readers of this blog wishing you to be filled with holy cheer and not pessimism.

Vestments for Pentecost : 5

As Pentecost approaches, and especially on this Feast of the Confessor, Saint Philip Neri, we are pleased to present this set of red vestments made by the Saint Bede Studio.

This set of vestments is in the style we call Saint Philip Neri.  It is the Studio's interpretation of the 16th form of "Roman" chasuble often depicted in paintings of Saint Philip.  The chasuble is long but not  wide.  As made by the Saint Bede Studio, this style of vestment is extremely comfortable to wear.

This particular set was made from an ecclesiastical brocade in shades of red and straw-gold.  The vestments were lined in taffeta in a shade of red.  The result is a flame-like effect, particularly suited to Masses of the Holy Spirit.  A galloon in red and gold was used to form the ornament in the Roman style.  

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Vestments for Pentecost : 4

As Pentecost approaches, we are pleased to present some of the red vestments made by the Saint Bede Studio.

This simple set of vestments is part of our "economy" range.  The chasuble is unlined, but has a sturdy facing inside allowing it to sit gracefully around the neckline.

This particular set was made from dupion silk in a lovely shade of red, and ornamented in a distinctive but restrained manner.  The ornament was formed from one of the Studio's unique braids Gothic foliage in colours of black and gold.   

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Feast of Saint Bede the Venerable

Greetings to all readers of this Blog on this Feast of Saint Bede the Venerable, monk of Jarrow (UK) and first historian of the Church in England.  

Read a little about the life and work of Saint Bede here.

The Saint Bede Studio, which takes its name from the English monk, is a small enterprise but continues to receive large numbers of enquiries each year. Please say a prayer for God's Blessing on the work of the Studio and the good health of its staff.

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On the Feast of Our Ladye Help of Christians

An Australian hymn in honour of Our Ladye, Help of Christians

Shrine of Our Lady Help of Christians,
Miguel Hidalgo, Federal District, Mexico

Image : Enrique López-Tamayo Biosca
https://www.flickr.com/photos/eltb/7246926990

Help of Christians, guard this land,
From assault or inward stain;
Let it be what Christ has planned
His new Eden, where you reign.

Teach us that in Christ your Son
Lies the wisdom to be free;
For the Cross, which we would shun,
Is man's Tree of Liberty.

Should the powers of hell arise,
And our peace be trampled down,
In that night of blood and lies
Show us still your twelve-starred crown.

Take from us the coward heart,
Fleeting will, divided mind,
Give us sight to play our part,
Through the world around is blind.

Image of the risen life
Shining in eternity,
Glimmer through our earthly strife,
Draw us to your victory.

By Professor James MacAuley 
with music by Richard Connolly.

Vestments for Pentecost : 3

As Pentecost approaches, we are pleased to present a selection of red vestments made by the Saint Bede Studio.

This set of vestments is in the style we call Saint Philip Neri.  It is the Studio's interpretation of the 16th form of "Roman" chasuble.  The chasuble is long but not  wide.  As made by the Saint Bede Studio, this style of vestment is extremely comfortable to wear.

This particular set was made from dupion silk in a lovely shade of red, and lined in taffeta in a shade of taffeta.  A cotton damask in red and gold, outlined with a galloon in similar colours was used to form the ornament in the Roman style.  The effect is both dignified and handsome.  

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Vestments for Pentecost : 2

As Pentecost approaches, we are pleased to present some of the red vestments made by the Saint Bede Studio.

This set of vestments is in the style we call Saint Martin.  It is the Studio's "take" on a contemporary style of chasuble.  The chasuble is long, and wide.  As made by the Saint Bede Studio, this style of vestment does not fall down like a sack, but folds beautifully.

This particular set was made from dupion silk in a lovely shade of red, and ornamented in a distinctive manner.  Rather than a TAU ornament, two columns were created to form the ornament, featuring one of the Studio's unique braids Saint George in colours of red, burgundy and gold.  But this was laid upon a ground of brighter red dupion silk and outlined with a gallon.  The effect is both distinctive and elegant.  

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A Prayer for Zealous Shepherds

Thanks to Father Finigan we found this beautiful prayer of Saint John Fisher, dating from the year 1508, which he uttered during a Sermon. It is a prayer for the appointment to the Church of good bishops. Unfortunately the prayer was not answered as fully as we might have hoped. John Fisher, Bishop of Rochester since 1504, was the only Bishop in Catholic England to refuse to assent to the Act of Supremacy, the supreme arrogation of the vile despot Henry VIII (Tudor), severing England from Communion with the Roman Church. For such a refusal, Fisher was put to death by the King in June 1535. Pope Paul III had made him a Cardinal shortly before his death. Pope Pius XI canonised him four hundred years later (together with Sir Thomas More).

The portrait accompanying this post is described here  Based on Holbein's famous drawing, this portrait might easily be a photograph taken yesterday, so lifelike is it.

Lord, according to Your promise that the Gospel should be preached throughout the whole world, raise up men fit for such work. The Apostles were but soft and yielding clay till they were baked hard by the fire of the Holy Ghost.

So, good Lord, do now in like manner again with Thy Church militant; change and make the soft and slippery earth into hard stone; set in Thy Church strong and mighty pillars that may suffer and endure great labours, watching, poverty, thirst, hunger, cold and heat; which also shall not fear the threatening of princes, persecution, neither death but always persuade and think with themselves to suffer with a good will, slanders, shame, and all kinds of torments, for the glory and laud of Thy Holy Name. By this manner, good Lord, the truth of Thy Gospel shall be preached throughout all the world.

Therefore, merciful Lord, exercise Thy mercy, show it indeed upon Thy Church.

Festal vestments and mitre

In this post, we feature a chasuble and mitre set recently made for the newly-appointed Bishop of Maitland & Newcastle (Province of Sydney, Australia).

The chasuble was made from moiré taffeta, which is noteworthy for its vertical watermark effect, created during manufacture.  It is a fabric which is not too flimsy and has pleasing drapery.  Ornamenting the chasuble, back and front, is a column formed from straw-gold dupion silk, upon which is imposed one of the Studio's unique braids Saint Edmund.

The mitre has the same decorative scheme, but its ornamented is formed from a much narrower version of the Saint Edmund braid.

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Vestments for Pentecost : 1

As Pentecost approaches, we are pleased to present some of the red vestments made by the Saint Bede Studio, but in a brighter or flame-coloured shade of red.

This set of vestments is in the style we call Saint Benet.  It is a stylised chasuble common in the Gothic Revival period of the mid-19th century.  The chasuble is long, but not wide.  As made by the Saint Bede Studio, this style of vestment is very comfortable to wear.

This particular set was made from dupion silk in a bright shade of red, it was lined in a muted gold shade of taffeta and ornamented with a one of the Studio's unique braids Salisbury in colours of red, burgundy and gold.  This particular braid is geometric in design and is very attractive with a brighter red ground fabric.

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Festal Vestments : 9

In this Paschal Season, we are pleased to present some vestments made for Festal days, but which would also be suitable throughout the Eastertide. 

This set of vestments is in the style we call Saint Austin. It is a stylised chasuble common in the Gothic Revival period of the mid-19th century. The chasuble is long, but not wide and comes to a point at the front and the back. As made by the Saint Bede Studio, this style of vestment is very comfortable to wear. This particular set was made from a beautiful ecclesiastical brocade in a shade of ivory, it was lined in a mint green shade of taffeta and ornamented with a one of the Studio's unique braids ChiRho in colours of red, green, white and gold, enhanced with a matching galloon.

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Festal Vestments : 8

In this Paschal Season, we are pleased to present some vestments made for Festal days, but which would also be suitable throughout the Eastertide.

This set of vestments is in the style we call Saint Austin.  It is a stylised chasuble common in the Gothic Revival period of the mid-19th century.  The chasuble is long, but not wide and comes to a point at the front and the back.  As made by the Saint Bede Studio, this style of vestment is very comfortable to wear.

This particular set was made from a beautiful ecclesiastical brocade in a shade of ivory, it was lined in a lemon shade of taffeta and ornamented with a one of the Studio's unique braids Welby in colours of red and gold, enhanced with a matching galloon.

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Considering new vestments?

Would you be considering new vestments for yourself, your Parish or as a gift?  

There's no time like the present !

The Saint Bede Studio has an international reputation for the quality of its designs and craftsmanship.

Please contact us to discuss your interest and look over this blog to get an idea of the range of vestments we design and make.  A menu on the blog sidebar conveniently arranges the vestments we have produced into style and colour to make your search easier.

Please share this post with others who might be interested in our work.  

Thank you.

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AMDG.

Festal Vestments : 7

In this Paschal Season, we are pleased to present some vestments made for Festal days, but which would also be suitable throughout the Eastertide.

This set of vestments is in the style we call Saint Benet.  It is a stylised chasuble common in the Gothic Revival period of the mid-19th century.  The chasuble is long, but not wide..  As made by the Saint Bede Studio, this style of vestment is very comfortable to wear.

This particular set was made from an ecclesiastical brocade in a shade of ivory, it was lined in a muted gold shade of taffeta and ornamented with a one of the Studio's unique braids Saint Chad in colours of red, blue and gold, enhanced with a matching galloon.  The Saint Chad braid is directly based on the ornamentation of a chasuble designed by AWN Pugin which is preserved at the Catholic Cathedral in Birmingham (UK).

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Papal Mass in Saint Peter's Basilica 1965

Adjacent is a rather rare photograph, taken in Saint Peter's during a Session of the Second Vatican Council.

Standing at the centre of the altar is Pope Paul VI and with him, concelebrating bishops. At the Opening of the Third and Fourth Sessions of the Council, which took place on 14th September, 1964 and 14th September, 1965 respectively, Pope Paul concelebrated Mass in the basilica with a select number of the Council Fathers.

This Mass, of course, is being celebrated according to those modifications of the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite known colloquially as The Interim Missal. The Rite of concelebration, however, is quite similar to that which is found in the new Missal of 1969.

Nevertheless, the concelebrated Masses celebrated in Saint Peter's before the introduction of the new Missal differed very significantly from those after that date, as is illustrated by this photograph. Although the Basilica on this occasion was filled with bishops, archbishops and cardinals from all around the world, only a small number concelebrated with the Pope.

These concelebrants were standing at the altar during the Canon and Communion Rite. To facilitate this, a temporary enlargement of the altar of the Confession was made, together with platforms on which the concelebrants would stand.

It was of little importance that the concelebrants obscured the congregation's view of the principal celebrant, the Pope. The most important considerations, therefore, were that the concelebrants stood at the altar in close proximity to each other (and the principal celebrant) AND that they could clearly look upon the elements to be consecrated.

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