The bell tower holds 57 bells the largest of which weighs 6 tons. The presentation will trace the development of the icon from its pre-Christian roots in imperial Rome and Roman occupied Egypt to the height of its development in Byzantium and Byzantium's spiritual successor, Russia. Actual icons from the speaker's studio at various stages of completion will be on hand to illustrate the icon-making process. Refreshments are provided. All are welcome.
Admission is free.
The open house and presentation are sponsored by the Stewardship Committee of Saint Stephen's. The Rev. Edward Franks to address Outreach Committee Episcopal priest, Edward Franks, Director of the Interfaith AIDS Ministry will address the Outreach Committee at its meeting on Sunday, June 21. The Interfaith AIDS Ministry founded in 1987 is the only interfaith AIDS coalition in the greater Boston area serving families and individuals affected by HIV Syndrome. The agency provides direct care services free of charge focusing on specific areas of need - emergency aid, provision of fresh and nonperishable foods, pastoral care, and fills gaps in services for persons and families in crisis or transition. All are invited to come hear him speak in the Bartow Room after the 10 a.m.