Sculpted from wood, The Green Man peers out at us. He is a figure shrouded in leaves, a face emerging from the foliage. The Green Man statue here embodies a motif found throughout history and across cultures. The name “Green Man” was given to these figures by Lady Raglan in 1939. Before that, they were simply known as “foliate heads”. The Green Man statue often appears on religious buildings, symbolizing rebirth and the cycle of new growth each spring. The Green Man is a link between ancient pagan beliefs and Christian faith. He embodies nature’s power. The Green Man connects us to the past. He reminds us of the enduring connection between humanity and the natural world. The Green Man’s presence on churches might have also been a way to ensure the arrival of spring and a good harvest. Look closely at The Green Man. His leaves and vines represent nature’s vitality. He reminds us of the constant renewal of life.
Southfields Methodist Church
Curiosity stirred within the heart of Southfields as a new chapter began. Southfields Methodist Church held its first public service