User talk:Jack1956/Archive 2

DYK for Rochefoucauld Grail

The DYK project (nominate) 18:03, 21 November 2010 (UTC)

Flower Drum Song

Hi. We've been working on Flower Drum Song, and it is at FAC. Would kindly take a look and either comment or vote? Thanks! -- Ssilvers (talk) 18:00, 4 December 2010 (UTC)

Oops! I see you already supported. Thanks! -- Ssilvers (talk) 18:17, 4 December 2010 (UTC)

Famous Freemasons

Hi Jack, I note that you recently added several entertainers to the list of Freemasons, all cited to the webpage of Chelsea Lodge No. 3098. (what jurisdiction?) Since we are talking about living people, we have to be very strict about sources... and I am not sure that the cited lodge webpage is good enough. The issue is verifiability... for example, the web page lists Rick Wakeman as a member... but how do we know that the lodge web page is referring that Rick Wakeman (and not to someone else with a similar name)? I think we are fine with Roger Kitter, as he is pictured on the webpage (and, thus, we can see that the page is indeed referring to that Roger Kitter)... but the same is not the case for the others you added. I am not challenging the additions ... merely noting a technical problem with them. We need a better source. Blueboar (talk) 14:11, 16 December 2010 (UTC)

If there are pictures, then we are probably OK. The fact that you have sat in lodge with them is nice, but your personal experiences are not a reliable source by Wikipedia's rules. Blueboar (talk) 15:38, 16 December 2010 (UTC)

The Wizard of Oz (2011 Musical)

Well why do you keep deleting my edits? I mean, what's wrong with them? I'm only saying what's fact and I'm just trying to keep the page nice and tidy. Has this got anything to do with the fact that I keep saying Sophie Evans is an understudy? Please tell me! DarkDancer06 (talk) 00:04, 19 December 2010 (UTC)

Well I'm sorry if that's what I'm doing; I didn't realise, but what are these consensus? DarkDancer06 (talk) 00:13, 19 December 2010 (UTC)

But alternate and understudy are the same thing and it seems that people just don't want to accept that; it was never my intention for so much disruption to happen because I didn't know people would start kicking off about this, I thought everybody already knew and realised that Sophie is Danielle's understudy. DarkDancer06 (talk) 00:18, 19 December 2010 (UTC)

No thanks, I've already given up because it doesn't seem that anybody wants to hear what I have to say. I will say though that I'm not happy how you all keep changing my edits - are they really that bad? DarkDancer06 (talk) 00:24, 19 December 2010 (UTC)

Well the reason I didn't think it was necessary to include Sophie in the cast list of the article is because nobody's been focusing on her; they'll have been focusing on Danielle. You know everytime we've got something to do with The Wizard of Oz on TV or Andrew Lloyd Webber or someone else from the production crew is talking about it - they're always talking about Danielle or it's Danielle who's always taking part in whatever's happeing (e.g. the Royal Variety Show) - they're never talking about Sophie and she's never doing anything; all the focus is going to Danielle because she's the leading lady and the star of the show and some of the focus is also going to Michael Crawford because he's one of the most famous actors in the West End and on Broadway. So because nobody's been paying attention to her, I didn't think it was necessary to include Sophie in the article, but because everyone here thinks otherwise, I thought the best way to include her was by explaining what exactly it is she'll be doing in the show and what she'll be doing is alternating Danielle's role on selected dates - basically, explaining to everyone that she's an understudy, but a principal understudy as you've all pointed out (remember; alternate and understudy are the same thing). So do you understand what I'm saying? DarkDancer06 (talk) 00:38, 19 December 2010 (UTC)

Well believe me, I was never trying to start any wars. Can we just at least move Sophie to her own space on the cast list rather than have her in brackets beside Danielle? It just looks a little bit more neater that way, if you know what I mean. DarkDancer06 (talk) 13:04, 19 December 2010 (UTC)

Re: Roxana Briban

Suredy; if you email me, I'll have your email addy; I can't, unfortunately, send attachments through the MediaWiki email system (if the feature exists, I haven't found it). Regards, Ironholds (talk) 14:33, 21 December 2010 (UTC)

Hey; sorry for the lack of work on this. My computer died, necessitating a reboot, and as such I've lost the Lexisnexis access code I was using. I should have worked out the kinks (and password!) within a couple of days, and I'll shoot you an email with the information when that happens. My apologies again, and merry Christian-adopted, Secularly-celebrated, originally Pagan festivities to you and your loved ones. Ironholds (talk) 06:37, 26 December 2010 (UTC)

New DYK rules

I recently wrote new articles on John Fryatt and Paul Pyant. I would have nominated them for DYK before, but the new DYK rules have discouraged me from doing so. Have you stopped doing DYKs too? -- Ssilvers (talk) 18:18, 9 January 2011 (UTC)

Savoy Hotel

This seems silly to me. Do you agree? If so, please revert. I hope you are doing well, -- Ssilvers (talk) 16:00, 11 January 2011 (UTC)

Martin Shaw (composer)

Another member of the family would love it if you would help build up this article, see the talk page. Dougweller (talk) 18:51, 13 January 2011 (UTC)

Gale & Polden

Hello Jack,

I am researching my family history and it appears that my grandfather worked for G&P during the period 1905-14 (approx). I see you have pictures from inside the works - I wondered where you obtained them, as I also have some photos from the early years, including one of the company's wagon. Could we exchange a some information?

Best Wishes,

LilylizLily53liz (talk) 12:31, 26 January 2011 (UTC)

Caterpillar Club

You are in Edit history as an editor on this article. It has been multiply tagged for improvement as an alternative to being recommended for deletion. This is a request for editorial intervention to improve this article. Please help if possible.

Georgejdorner (talk) 17:25, 26 January 2011 (UTC)

Lydia Bilbrooke (nee Phyllis Macbeth)

Photo. This actress was, according to npg, a daughter of Herbert Beerbohm Tree. She has a substantial listing at the IMDB and did at least two Broadway shows. There is a photo of her with Noel Coward and Charles Hawtrey (1911) on Coward's article. She lived to 101, which might be a good hook. She created the role of Alice Hobson in the London production of Hobson’s Choice: A Lancashire Comedy in 1916 at the Apollo Theatre, London. See: [1]. Any interest? Also, there is no article on Arthur Playfair. These might be right up your alley. All the best! -- Ssilvers (talk) 17:35, 30 January 2011 (UTC)

Thanks Ss. Looks interesting. When I have a minute I'll look into it. Jack1956 (talk) 17:50, 30 January 2011 (UTC)

Nice work, Jack! -- Ssilvers (talk) 06:46, 6 February 2011 (UTC)

Caroline Hill

Thanks for the excellent work on Caroline Hill. Best regards! -- Ssilvers (talk) 03:27, 28 April 2011 (UTC)

Grim's Dyke

Do you have a date for Goodman's book about Grim's Dyke? It's not on Amazon. Thanks for any advice! -- Ssilvers (talk) 19:32, 1 June 2011 (UTC)

One more question. You wrote that the two girls had arranged to swim in Gilbert's lake. I understood that Gilbert was giving them a swimming lesson. Does the booklet mention this? -- Ssilvers (talk) 19:55, 1 June 2011 (UTC)

DYK for Patricia Preece

Materialscientist (talk) 06:03, 14 June 2011 (UTC)

This got 5,300 views at DYK! -- Ssilvers (talk) 03:15, 15 June 2011 (UTC)

Excellent news! Well done. Jack1956 (talk) 06:45, 15 June 2011 (UTC)

George Formby "senior"

Would you be interested in contributing to this discussion? --Rob Sinden (talk) 14:10, 14 June 2011 (UTC)

Talk:Patricia Preece

Hi, Jack. Since you are one of the editors of the Patricia Preece article, would you kindly contribute to the most recent talk page discussions there? All the best! -- Ssilvers (talk) 23:22, 14 June 2011 (UTC)

Nancy Price

Fantastic to see a photo of Nancy Price appear - how wonderful! Excellentone (talk) 17:59, 12 July 2011 (UTC)

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Accept reason: granted IPBE Daniel Case (talk) 17:54, 4 November 2011 (UTC)

Could the block tag from 2007 also be removed from my talk and contributions pages, please? Thanks.

I'll leave the unblock notice for someone with the ability to look into it. On the 2007 issue, it looks like you've already removed the block notice from this page - so I'm not sure what else would need to be done. UltraExactZZ ^Said ~ Did 15:49, 4 November 2011 (UTC)

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Image Oscar Wilde

I write to you on behalf of Fondo de Cultura Económica México, editorial house. Being able to rely on your support would really contribute to improve this project; that’s the reason why we are asking you for the high resolution digital file and the reproduction permission to include the following listed images from the original graphic material in our edition.

The Trial of Oscar Wilde, cover of Illustrated Police News, May 4, 1895

Best regards — Preceding unsigned comment added by 201.134.231.33 (talk) 19:42, 31 January 2012 (UTC)

• The image is in the public domain and so can be freely used. Please use it as you wish. Jack1956 (talk) 19:58, 31 January 2012 (UTC)

Penny bun

Hello, Jack1956 :). I am writing for clarification of a statement in the "Penny bun" entry. It is my understanding, based upon multiple sources, that the point of penny buns and penny bread in general was that the price did not fluctuate, but that the weight of the flour or corn (or whatever the grain) fluctuated, based on the price of the grain in order that the price of the loaf itself remain stable and known. In this way, every person with a penny (or half-or-quarter-penny) could always afford a loaf, even though the weight of that loaf might change with the price of the grain. The way I read the entry now seems it states the reverse of this? That the price was driven by the price of the grain, rather than the size of the loaf being determined by the price of the grain, with the price of the loaf remaining stable? Thank you. Mrsbray (talk) 00:38, 1 February 2012 (UTC)

Bumping into one another

I was pleased to find myself side by side with you in the recent image review at the Evancho article. I hope all is well with you, and, as always, if I can be of any help with a Jack1956 article I am at your service. Tim riley (talk) 20:02, 23 March 2012 (UTC)

Dan Leno - FAC

Hi Jack. Ssilvers and I have listed Leno at FAC and we would really appreciate your comments here. Being a fellow music hall and theatre enthusiast, we would be very interested to hear your thoughts on the article if you have the time. Many thanks! -- Cassianto (talk) 00:42, 27 March 2012 (UTC)

Comments

Hello Jack 1956;

I wandered to your user page where I was first impressed and then amazed by both the number and nature of the little signs on the right and the list of articles you have created or worked on.

What moved me to write here is the section heading "Articles on fictional characters I have created". I found it startling that you would write articles about fictional characters you created. It seems a bit incestuous and probably out of line with some Wikipedia policy or other. Perhaps you mean "Articles I have created on fictional characters".

Very best wishes on your 56th birthday! Wanderer57 (talk) 02:48, 21 May 2012 (UTC)

Crazy Gang and Whitehall Farce

What ho, Jack! I've been pottering in articles that strike me as Jack1956 territory, and if you have time and inclination to look in at 'Monsewer' Eddie Gray, Whitehall farce, Simple Spymen and Leo Franklyn I'd be glad of any comments or additions. Are you interested, going back a decade or so earlier, in the Aldwych farces? User:Cassianto has set the ball rolling and the new article is open for additions by anyone who is thus inclined. (I outraged young Cassianto by telling him, perfectly truthfully, that I am ancient enough to have seen the premiere of Ben Travers's last farce.) Hope all is well with you. Tim riley (talk) 14:47, 2 June 2012 (UTC)

Dan Leno views needed

Hi Jack. I would really value your comments here as yesterday Leno recieved a number of edits by the community as a result of appearing on the main page. These changes are now up for a discussion with a view of weeding out the good ones from the not so good ones. Hope to see you there! -- Cassianto^Talk 08:00, 22 June 2012 (UTC)

Archive Images

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A barnstar for you!

	The Original Barnstar
	For updating your images, I know it's tedious, but it helps other people make use of valuable archive images. Keep up the good work. Sfan00 IMG (talk) 10:07, 3 July 2012 (UTC)

Reginald John Campbell

Hello Jack,

Thank you for uploading the picture of R.J. Campbell's tombstone. I was able to contact the church in Blatchington and request some pictures of the memorials to his wife and daughter. R.J. was my ggggUncle - the brother of my great-great grandfather, James Johnston Campbell.

You indicate in first section of your WIKI article that R.J. was born John Wesley Campbell. This makes sense, because I have had some confusion about the John W. who shows up on a census with his birth family, while R.J. does not, and he was back in England at this time. I note that he is enumerated with his wife, Mary Elizabeth, and their infant son, Charles Edgar (who died in 1891, the year of this census) as John Wesley Campbell. Ten years later he is using Reginald John Campbell.

I am wondering what, if any, documentation you may have that explains why he changed his name when he went up to Oxford. His father, John, was a Free Methodist minister and I believe his grandfather, James Campbell, was also of that denomination and preached in Northern Ireland. I am unsure which of his mother's relatives (County Antrim) were Monsignor Canons - he alludes to one in 'A Spiritual Journey,' but does not use the man's first name or position or where he presided. My grandmother and great-great aunt, who both visited England regularly and stayed with R.J. and family, always called him "Uncle John." My father did likewise, although I do believe my father never met R.J. Campbell.

With R.J.'s father no doubt an admirer of John Wesley, I can understand the naming of his second son after this non-conformist theologian. Alas, there are no family stories or documents that explain the name change either - I did not press my grandmother about R.J. while she was alive. I deeply regret this, since I have many of his books, many postcards, newspaper articles, and pictures of the man. I admire him and his work greatly.

Since R.J. originally went non-conformist when he left Oxford, the changing of his name makes little sense - unless he did not wish to be confused with his father, who may still have been preaching. But wouldn't he mention it in writing?

Any ideas? I appreciate your time and energy!

-)Kimberli Lengning — Preceding unsigned comment added by 75.80.35.59 (talk) 00:17, 10 July 2012 (UTC)

Coin

Hi, I found File:Coin-of-Pilate.jpg interesting. How was it established that the coin was minted by Pilate, however. The inscription does not refer to Pilate. The page on Pilate Stone says that it is the only reference to Pilate. Is that right? A good book reference for this coin would be nice. There are links to some websites, but WP:RS guidelines would prefer book references if possible, e.g. something like this. I will watch here, so you could just respond here if you like. Thanks. History2007 (talk) 08:02, 2 August 2012 (UTC)

• Hi and thanks for your message. I will have to look up book links when I have a bit of time. The reason we know these coins were minted by Pilate is because of contemporary references to the fact that he had Roman cultic instruments depicted on the reverse, either out of ignorance or insensitivity. These caused a riot among the Jews. - this and his putting up shields around the Temple with images of Tiberius on them, etc. Jack1956 (talk) 17:17, 2 August 2012 (UTC)

Yes, I saw that written somewhere. So I guess now that we know the answer is just a question of saying somehow that Pilate's name does not appear on the coin (because ....) but it is inferred that he minted them because he had used that type of symbolism elsewhere and the timeframe is right. But I think given that I am new to the topic, you can say it better, I am sure. Thanks. History2007 (talk) 18:16, 2 August 2012 (UTC)

The Prefects or Procurators never put their own names on the coins - as servants of the Emperor it was always the Emperor's name. It is usually through the name of the Emperor that we can work out who minted the coins. Jack1956 (talk) 19:11, 2 August 2012 (UTC)

That was my guess. But again, that will need a source, but probably easy to find. Now that you have confirmed the basic concepts, I can probably source it. Thanks. History2007 (talk) 20:07, 2 August 2012 (UTC)

Ave atque vale

I am sending this note to Wikipedians with whom I have most closely collaborated over the last six years or so. After pondering hard during a month's wiki-break in July I have sadly decided to withdraw fully from contributing. I have been worn down by continual carping, sniping and belittling from a wearisome few (you know the sort of people I refer to); the joy has gone out of taking part in this wonderful enterprise. I should be more resilient, but alas it's finally got to me.

Working with you has been a pleasure and a privilege: I count myself fortunate to have had such colleagues. My warmest wishes go with you for the future. I shall be happy to do any research, copy-editing, fact-checking etc you may ever feel inclined to ask me to do – but safely offline.

With my very best wishes,
Tim. (Tim riley (talk) 16:24, 10 August 2012 (UTC))

Precious

	fascinating people
	Thank you for sharing your knowledge about people, even some you know personally, and for your vast interests, from Biblical archeology to tv programmes in which you appeared, - you are an awesome Wikipedian! --Gerda Arendt (talk) 07:44, 9 September 2012 (UTC)

Joseph Grimaldi

Hi Jack, hope all is good with you. I need a favour; do you have any images of the above? I need one more to go here which relates to the text. The old boy will soon be going to FAC in the not to distant future, so just wrapping a few things up. All the best. -- Cassianto^Talk 20:34, 14 September 2012 (UTC)

Thanks very much for the "too weak to stand" image. I think it looks great! -- Cassianto^Talk 14:51, 15 September 2012 (UTC)

Photo of Dr. Thomas Bond

Hello,

My name is Mark Black and I am an associate producer with a television show called Forensic Firsts on the Smithsonian Channel.

In one of our episodes we are looking at the history of criminal profiling. Obviously Dr. Thomas Bond plays a role in that. I was wondering who the originating source for the photo of Dr. Thomas Bond is and how you were able to determine that the item was in the public domain. We would like to use it in our show if at all possible.

Thanks, Mark Black

Mark Black Associate Producer Forensic Firsts 1657 Barrington Street, Suite 326 Halifax, NS B3J 2A1 902-423-4954 - office 902-240-8498 - cell black@forensicfirsts.com

24.222.223.242 (talk) 21:09, 2 October 2012 (UTC) Mark Black October 2/2012

Grimaldi in the pit

Hi Jack, as per the Grimaldi image review your excellent image needs to be moved to commons so an appropriate tag - PD-100 - can be added. Do you know how to do this? I'm afraid I haven't a clue! -- Cassianto^Talk 13:43, 21 October 2012 (UTC)

• Sorry, Commons is a bit of a mystery to me also.Jack1956 (talk) 13:45, 21 October 2012 (UTC)

• Ha, no worries. Would you mind if I found someone who could move it? -- Cassianto^Talk 13:51, 21 October 2012 (UTC)

• No problem with that at all. It would be more useful if it was on Commons. Jack1956 (talk) 13:55, 21 October 2012 (UTC)

• Thanks. I'm on the case and Grimaldi should be at FAC by the end of the month. Hope your well! -- Cassianto^Talk 14:09, 21 October 2012 (UTC)

Rudolf Sohm

		The Christianity Barnstar
		Thank you very much for your work on the Rudolf Sohm article. John Carter (talk) 19:06, 28 October 2012 (UTC)

Sorry for the delay here, but I just wanted you to know that your contributions to this significant article regarding religious history were seen and recognized. Thanks again. John Carter (talk) 19:06, 28 October 2012 (UTC)

Joseph Grimaldi FAC

Hi Jack, just a quick note to let you know of Grimaldi's FAC which I have just listed. I would be most grateful for any comments or criticisms you may have to offer. Hope all is well! -- Cassianto^Talk 01:03, 6 December 2012 (UTC)

Edmund Reid

Thank you for creating this article - it needed to be done, and it's looking good. --Storye book (talk) 07:53, 7 December 2012 (UTC)

You're welcome. I've been in the graveyard and as far as I can see, the gravestone is missing and the exact site of the grave now untraceable. But it's possible that I was searching in the wrong place, even though some cemetery workers saw me searching and tried to help. So if you hear of anyone else tracking it down, please let me know, so I can photograph the site for the article. Thanks. --Storye book (talk) 08:00, 7 December 2012 (UTC)

DYK for Dandy Dick Whittington

Gatoclass 12:03, 25 December 2012 (UTC)

DYK nomination of Mary Angela Dickens

Hello! Your submission of Mary Angela Dickens at the Did You Know nominations page has been reviewed, and some issues with it may need to be clarified. Please review the comment(s) underneath your nomination's entry and respond there as soon as possible. Thank you for contributing to Did You Know! Redtigerxyz ^Talk 11:01, 10 January 2013 (UTC)

quid pro quid. Review another DYK and add link in nom. --Redtigerxyz ^Talk 11:33, 10 January 2013 (UTC)

DYK for Mary Angela Dickens

 — Crisco 1492 (talk) 08:04, 17 January 2013 (UTC)

John Pizer

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:PIZER.jpg

Hello - I wanted to ask where this image is from? What publication?

Thank you. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 74.113.134.114 (talk) 00:08, 6 February 2013 (UTC)

• It was so long ago I'm afraid I can't remember. I think I scanned it from one of the books on the subject, or found it somewhere on the internet. Jack1956 (talk) 07:42, 6 February 2013 (UTC)

Yahud Medin'ta or Yehud Medinata?

this is the biblistic form: יהֻד מְדִינְתָּא

I just like to consult with you which one is the correct form for the title of the article. It seems that the Hebrew form suggest that it is Medin'ta? what do you think? --Midrashah (talk) 22:28, 2 March 2013 (UTC)

I also believe the correct form is Yahud Medin'ta. Jack1956 (talk) 22:43, 2 March 2013 (UTC)

Shall we change the page's name? --Midrashah (talk) 01:28, 3 March 2013 (UTC)

I think that would be a good idea. Jack1956 (talk),

Ronnie Barker image

Fantastic, thanks! Gran² 21:49, 30 March 2013 (UTC)

Cool stuff. I was wondering if you'd be prepared to crop the image just for the Ronnie Barker part? (I'm rubbish at doing it) Given that it is free-use I'd like it in the infobox as well. Thanks. Gran² 22:05, 30 March 2013 (UTC)

I don't mind but Susie (who is a friend of mine) might be a bit miffed. Certainly it can be cropped for an info box. I'll have a look at cropping it tomorrow. Jack1956 (talk) 22:09, 30 March 2013 (UTC)

Okay thanks. To clarify, this would be in addition to the full image remaining as is. Gran² 23:26, 8 April 2013 (UTC)

That's fantastic, thanks, really appreciated! Gran² 13:07, 11 April 2013 (UTC)

DYK for Jack Whicher

The DYK project (nominate) 16:02, 20 April 2013 (UTC)

DYK for The Suspicions of Mr Whicher

The DYK project (nominate) 16:03, 20 April 2013 (UTC)

WikiProject Christianity Newsletter (May 2013)

ICHTHUS

May 2013

Membership report
The parent Christianity WikiProject currently has 363 active members. We would like to welcome our newest members, Pleonic, MJWilliams1998, Iloilo Wanderer, Jkadavoor, Sir Ian and McBenjamin. Thank you all for your interest in this effort. We would be able to achieve nothing here without the input of all of you. If any members, new or not, wish any assistance, they should feel free to leave a message at the Christianity noticeboard or with me or other individual editors to request it.

From the Editor

This month we hear the news that the Bible is to be made into a film after outstanding success of a biblical miniseries on the History Channel, and we have seen the release of Iraqi Pastor Ali Hamzah from his confinement in Iraq.

After last month's spotlight on the Jesus work group, the flagship article, Jesus, was nominated for Good Article status after much work from FutureTrillionaire and History2007, and provisionally passed by the reviewer, although they have requested a second opinion. Our many thanks for the hard work that has gone into restoring this article to a quality piece of work.

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Wells Cathedral was this month promoted to GA status. Rodw has appealed for any help project members can give to improve this article for a FA nomination.

Contest of the month
No particular contest this month. I am however getting rather close to getting together a more or less complete set of articles relating to different areas of Christianity which can be found in recent reference sources on the broad topic of Christianity, and about various subtopics, which I hope to have finished in the next few weeks. I wonder what the rest of you might think of, maybe, making the contests of future months be basically directed at filling in the gaps of our existing coverage of topics, like those topics given significant coverage in specialized reference works which we don't yet have content on, and giving the thanks, and rewards, whatever they might be, to those who create and develop such content. By John Carter

Featured content and GA report
Since the last report;

Featured report; Madonna in the Church, by Ceoil, Truthkeeper88, and Johnbod was promoted to Featured Article status. Crucifixion and Last Judgement was promoted to featured picture status, after nomination by Crisco 1492.

Wells Cathedral, by Rodw, Robert of Ghent, by User:Ealdgyth, Christianity in Medieval Scotland, by Sabrebd, and Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, also by Sabrebd were promoted to GA status.

Also these past months, the DYKs on the main page included Lectionary 311, by Leszek Jańczuk; Herr Christ, der einig Gotts Sohn, by Gerda Arendt; Whalsay Parish Church, by Ipigott, Rosiestep, Nvvchar, Dr. Blofeld; Interpretatio Christiana, by Altenmann; First Congregational Church, Salt Lake City, by Orlady; Church of King Charles the Martyr, Royal Tunbridge Wells, by The C of E; First Church in Albany (Reformed), by Daniel Case; Pope Anastasius II, by AbstractIllusions; Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Palma, by Dr. Blofeld, Ipigott, Rosiestep; Colan Church, by Rosiestep, Nvvchar, Ipigott; Notre Dame Cathedral, Papeete, Bloom6132, Church of St. Wenceslaus (New Prague, Minnesota), by Elkman; St. Joseph Catholic Church (San Antonio, Texas), by Gilliam; Doubting Thomas, by Johnbod; Robert of Ghent, by Ealdgyth; and Holy Trinity Church, Holdgate, by Peter I. Vardy. Our profoundest thanks and congratulations to all those involved!

Christian art

This depiction of the Crucifixion and Last Judgement was painted by Dutch artist Jan van Eyck and promoted to Featured Picture this month.

Spotlight

SPOTLIGHT

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EdwardsBot (talk)17:16, 28 April 2013 (UTC)

DYK for Samuel Meredith (police officer)

Casliber (talk · contribs) 00:02, 29 April 2013 (UTC)