Chris Wright gives address at John Stott funeral
Belfast-born Revd Dr Chris Wright (right), International Director of Langham Partnership, was the preacher at the recent funeral of the influential Anglican, Dr John Stott.
Hundreds packed in to John's home church of All Souls Langham Place on Monday 8th August 2011. Many had queued for over an hour before the doors opened at 11.15am.
It was a Service of joy and thanksgiving which shone with the light of the Gospel, acknowledging the impact made in and through the life of one remarkable man. Together with John's family were members of the St Barnabas community (where John spent his final days), All Souls clergy and church members past and present, alongside friends who had travelled from just about every continent.
The Service, led by Hugh Palmer, Rector of All Souls, opened to a declaration of praise with 'Crown Him with many crowns.' Noel Tredinnick (Director of Music) and a number of All Souls musicians, provided the accompaniment to this and the other three hymns, 'Name of all majesty,' 'When I survey the wondrous Cross' and 'Glory to Jesus! risen, conquering Son.'
In his address Chris Wright remarked: “John modelled obedience of faith in his life of humility, integrity and simplicity, and commented on John's passionate concern for evangelical Christian unity as obedience of love. He illustrated Christian hope by quoting John's lifelong friend, Dr Billy Graham, 'One day you will hear that Billy Graham is dead. Don't believe it. I will be more alive than I am now, I will just have changed my address and gone into the presence of God."
Listen to Chris Wright's inspirational address by following this link to the All Soul's website where you will also find video and photos.