Diverted

At the beginning of the day, I really didn't know what I was going to do - a trip to the Camdentown Market had been postponed, and my roommates were out for the day. I decided to check out the Eye up close; I found the Eye's nearest tube station and headed that way. I walked for a ways, unsure where I was going. I knew that I had to walk away from the River, and I figured that I'd be able to see this giant ferris wheel. Not so...I eventually stopped in the Art Cafe to get something for lunch (and of course, some coffee). I asked how to get to the Eye, and the woman working there wasn't sure...This is a common occurrence. London is so large and crazy that even the locals aren't sure where everything is, let alone how to get there. I decided to walk back to the station and head to Leicester Square - I hadn't been there yet. On the way, I noticed a small church tucked away; I made a left and began photographing. It turned out that I happened upon St. George's Cathedral, and the doors were open! Photography was permitted, so of course, I went crazy. =)

This was one of three larger stained glass panels, and the sun was shining in just the right spot. It was gorgeous.

There were a few side rooms off the main sanctuary dedicated to prayer; there were statues in each, so I'm thinking that these were saints.

It was beautiful in there, and I took advantage of the silence after getting some key shots. One of the most memorable parts of the cathedral is a life-size statue of Jesus and Mary; Jesus had just been taken off the cross, and Mary was cradling her Son. I had never seen anything like it, and it moved me in ways that I can't explain. My camera dropped to my side as I stood in awe of our incredible Savior.
Needless to say, I didn't make it to Leicester Square. The cathedral took up most of the afternoon, and now I'm back at the house, getting ready to start some work...
I'm really looking forward to tomorrow's Hillsong service! I cannot wait. =)