Leading up to St. Paul’s 150th anniversary, let’s take a look at some of the former church members. Looking around the church, there are many plaques that name former members of the congregation memorialized by their gifts to the glory of God and in remembrance of loved ones.
The lectern is supported by an eagle with wings spread that hold the Bible readings. This lectern is dedicated to the memory of Annie J.B. Walker who died September 27th, 1891 at the age of twenty-six from complications of an operation. Perhaps the biblical quotation on the lectern best describes her personality: “In quietness and confidence shall be your strength.” (Isaiah 30:15)
Annie’s mother and father and sister, Agnes immigrated from Scotland in 1882. Her father, Robert Walker became the supervisor of the Marin Water Company, a predecessor of the Marin Municipal Water District.
Robert Walker was a vestryman at St. Pauls and served as treasurer. When he died on February 27th, 1897 this resolution was passed by the vestry of St. Pauls and appeared in the local newspaper:
“Resolved that by the death of Robert Walker this parish has lost one of its most useful members and this vestry has lost one of its most consistent Christians, one of the most lovable friends that it has ever included in its membership…”
Robert Walker was a man who exemplified the Christian life and served his church, St. Pauls in a dedicated manner. He honored his daughter’s life by the gift of the lectern.
~Joy Moss