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The descriptions below are from the Sanctuary Dedication service in September of 1981 and were written by the window designer.
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East Facing
Window Resurrection Window: Light, bright colors of spring Top Panel: The beginning of a rainbow, symbolizing the pomises of God, and flowing through all panels. 2nd Panel: The butterfly, symbol of the resurrection of Jesus, and the Easter Lily. 3rd Panel: Swirls of light and rainbow, and the tomb from which Jesus arose. Bottom Panel: A rose, symbol of the nativity and new life, and the thorns of His crown. |
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Baptism Window: Light pale colors of new life and summer. Top Panel: Symbol of the Holy Spirit; the dove. 2nd Panel: A candle in water and a shell with three drops of water, both symbols of baptism. 3rd Panel: Open Bible represents the Word of God. Bottom Panel: A fish, the symbol of Jesus
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West Facing
Window Nativity Window: The cool colors of night and winter. Top Panel: The star of Bethlehem with light radiating through all panels. 2nd Panel: The manger scene and shepherd's staff. 3rd Panel: The lamb; symbol of Jesus with Trinity triangle, the three wise men and the cave. Bottom Panel: Three swallows, a renaissance symbol of the incarnation of Christ |
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Eucharist or Communion Window: Rich full colors of wine and wheat. Top Panel: The cross with rays radiating through entire window. 2nd Panel: The chalice and grapes representing the communion wine, and red tablecloth. 3rd Panel: Wheat; symbol of the communion bread. Bottom Panel: The grape/wine symbol. |