— In July 1947, an oil-fired boiler was purchased from the Department of Public Works.

— In 1947, elders began the delivery of communion cards.

— In February 1950, sketch plans for the proposed kitchen were presented. The wishes of the ladies with respect to the kitchen were to be accepted, as they were paying for the work.

— In October 1950, a pew was set aside for the Lieutenant Governor, His Honour T.W.L. Prowse.

— In January 1957, the lowest tender for fuel oil was accepted at 18.6 per gallon.

— In June 1958, approval was given to install a water heater in the kitchen in time for the Fall Tea.

—— In April 1969, Church Services were cancelled due to an oil spill at the Church by Charlottetown Petroleum Products.

— In April 1971, the cleaning and refinishing of the pews was completed.

—— In May 1974, the bank informed the Board of Trustees that the interest rates had increased to 11 percent on their loan.

— In December 1974, it was suggested that the total Church debt of $22,000.00 be paid off in 1975 as the Church’s Centennial Project.

—— In 1978, during the one hundredth anniversary service of the second Kirk of Saint James, Dr. John MacKieson’s dedication hymn was sung once again.

Many bequests had been received over the years which helped the financial situation at the Kirk.

STAINED GLASS IN THE KIRK

One of the outstanding features of the Kirk is the beauty of its stained glass windows. These windows portray some of the great events in the life of our Lord and tell the story of Faith from its earliest origins in the Old Testament times through the Gospels and Epistles. The subjects and symbols of these windows are an inspiration and a stimulus to worship.

In the archway over the main door on Pownal Street is a window depicting Christ the King holding the orb of world dominion. His hand is raised in blessing upon all who enter to worship and adore. This figure of the Saviour King is surrounded by Cherubs in heavenly glory. This memorial, a tribute to Dr. and Mrs. V.L. Goodwill, was the gift of Dr. and Mrs. W.L. Bailey. The window was dedicated in 1953.