Church Windows
The Good Shepherd | Jesus with the Children | The Good Samaritan Window | The Rose Window | The Resurrection | The Nativity Window | The Last Supper Window | The Baptism Window | Stained Glass Resources on the Web
The Good Shepherd
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The center panel depicts Jesus as the good shepherd, holding a lamb in his arms (John 10:11).
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In the left panel we see our Holy Bible with a burning lamp - scriptures illumined by the Holy Spirit. We are also reminded of Jesus as the Word of God, and the Light of the World (John 1: :1-5). |
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In the right panel is a bunch of grapes, reminding us that Jesus is the True Vine (John 15: 1-8). Grapes always have a sacramental symbolism. The fruit of the vine, crushed, becomes for us the cup of Salvation. Given in 1963 in memory of The Reverend Isaac Steenson, Pastor, 1929-1954. |
Jesus with the Children
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This window illustrates the scriptures in which Jesus accepts the children who are brought to him for blessing as a sign of the kingdom of God (Matt 19: 13-15; Mark 10: 13-16; Luke 18: 15-17). We are also reminded to humble ourselves like little children as we receive the grace of God (Matt 18: 1-5; Mark 9: 33-36; Luke 9: 46-48). The child seated on Jesus' lap is a portrait of Elizabeth Gibson, who died in 1952 at the age of five. The charming center panel with its children and puppies is flanked on either side by cherubs, reminding us of eternal life. Given in 1954 in memory of Elizabeth Vandiver Gibson by her parents. |
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This window depicts the parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke:10: 29-37). In the center, the Samaritan is seen helping the injured man onto his donkey, while in the background, the Priest and the Levite pass by. On the right are the coat and the ring given to the Prodigal Son by his father (Luke 15: 11-32). This parable is also about the Grace and Mercy of God. On the left are designs incorporating symbols that are associated with the ministry and Passion of Jesus Christ. Given in 1975 by the Lamberson family, Dan G, Bessie W, Vernon G, Mildred C, & Norman D. |
The Rose Window
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In an excellent article on rose windows in the spring 1997 issue of Stained Glass Magazine, Ardra Hartz says, "the rose window functions as a mystical lens of form and color, focusing light onto the soul of a viewer and creating a spiritual fire." This round window at the front of our chancel sets the tone, with its brilliant blue, green and red. The eight small kneeling figures encourage us to pray, while the circular design of the window as a whole centers our thoughts on the Glory of God. Given in 1950 by Dr. and Mrs. John A. Tolley in memory of their parents. |
The Resurrection
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This window
shows Jesus, our Risen Lord, above an open and empty tomb. His hands
are raised in benediction.
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In the left panel we see three women who came early on Easter morning to anoint Jesus' body, the first witnesses to the resurrection. On the right, we see the angel rolling away the stone that covered the tomb. |
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The resurrection narratives are found in all four Gospels: Matthew 28, Mark 16, Luke 24 and John 20. Given in 1963 in memory of Henry Lee & Elizabeth McCampbell Murray, Lulu Lea Porterfield and John F. McCampbell by Gen. & Mrs. Gibson.
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The Nativity Window
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The birth narratives of Jesus, from the first two chapters of Matthew and Luke furnish the theme of this window. In the center panel we see Joseph, Mary and the baby Jesus; above them is the star and at their feet is a Lamb, portent of the Passover sacrifice. On the right panel are the three Magi bearing their gifts. On the left panel we see the Shepherds who followed the star to Bethlehem to worship the Messiah. Given in 1963 by Dr. and Mrs. Ralph Stewart in memory of Mr. & Mrs. C.D.M. Showalter and Mr. & Mrs. J.W. Stewart. |
The Last Supper Window
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The center panel shows our Lord Jesus Christ with the Cup of the New Covenant in his left hand and his right hand raised in blessing. |
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The two side panels show the gathered disciples with Judas at the right rear, sneaking off with his bag of silver. |
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Scripture references to the Last Supper with its sacramental reminders are found in Matthew 26:20-30, Mark 14: 10-26, Luke 22: 1-23 and John 13: 1-30. Paul records the Institution of the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper in his first letter to the Corinthians (1 Cor. 11: 23-32). Given in 1985 in memory of Dr. John Tolley by his wife Mrs. Nellie Tolley. |
The Baptism Window
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The next day, he (John) saw
Jesus coming toward him and declared, "Here is the Lamb of God who
takes away the sin of the world! This is he of whom I said, 'After
me comes a man who ranks ahead of me because he was before me.' I
myself did not know him; but I came baptizing with water for this
reason, that he might be revealed to Israel." And John testified,
"I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove, and it remained
on him. I myself did not know him, but the one who sent me to baptize
with water said to me, 'He on whom you see the Spirit descend and
remain is the one who baptizes with the Holy Spirit.' And I myself
have seen and have testified that this is the Son of God." John
1:29-34 The Baptism of Jesus is portrayed in this window. The center panel shows Jesus standing in the Jordan River being baptized by John. |
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The right panel shows the descending Dove of the Holy Spirit. The left panel holds a Scallop Shell, long a baptism symbol. The baptism of Jesus is described in all four Gospels, Matthew 3: 13-17, Mark 1: 9-11, Luke 3: 21-22 and John 1: 31-34. We are also reminded of our commission as a church to "Baptize in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit" (Matthew 28: 18-20). In this sacrament we all have our commission to minister as ambassadors of Christ. Given in 1985 in memory of Raymond F. Kidney and others. |