Picture the stately structure before you All Hallows Episcopal Church. Its history whispers from the stones. Founded in 1891 as a mission the church quickly outgrew its first wooden frame. By 1896 the Philadelphia firm Furness Evans & Company had built the present edifice. This isn’t just any church. All Hallows boasts stunning Tiffany Studios chancel furnishings. The high altar the lectern the Bishop’s chair these are all original. Even the glass panels beneath the organ pipes remain. They are a testament to the church’s rich past.
Imagine Louisa Knapp Curtis a prominent figure in the church’s early years. She gifted these exquisite pieces. Her legacy lives on in the beautiful Curtis Memorial window. Created by the renowned artist John LaFarge in 1910 it stands as a masterpiece of stained glass. Another Tiffany window graces the altar. Its vibrant colors catch the light. The Willet Stained Glass Studios contributed to the nave’s windows in 1963.
All Hallows isn’t just about its beautiful interior. The campus includes a rectory built in 1909. There’s also a parish house and cloister dating back to 1926. These buildings have witnessed countless gatherings services and celebrations. They are a reflection of the vibrant community that has called All Hallows home for over a century. Thirteen vicars and rectors have served the church. Rev Christopher Exley is the current leader. He guides this historic congregation. He continues its important work. The church is more than just a building. It’s a living testament to faith community and artistry. It’s a place where history comes alive. All Hallows stands proudly in Wyncote Pennsylvania. Its doors remain open. It welcomes all who seek spiritual solace or a piece of history.