St. John's Windows

Pentecost Window

The Pentecost Window was made by Dr. Donald Edgar.  This circular window symbolizes the grace of God shown by the traditional descending dove, radiating into twelve flames that settled on those first apostles, anointing them to spread the good news of God’s gift of love and salvation.

“And on the Feast of Pentecost…there appeared to them tongues of fire, distributed and resting on each one of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit.” Acts 2

Lamb of God Window

The Lamb of God Window is above the entrance to the church.  It was made by Dr. Donald Edgar.  The Lamb on the altar with the banner and rainbow is depicted in the book of Revelation, the Paschal (Easter) Lamb triumphant over sin and death.  This reminds us of the supremacy of Jesus Christ.

“Salvation belongs to our God who sits upon the throne, and to the Lamb! For the Lamb in the midst of the throne shall be their Shepherd, and He shall guide them to springs of living water, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” Revelation 7

Purple Angel Window

The Purple Angel Window was given by Keith and Karen Whitman. The Lenten fast, whose color is purple, is a celebration of the victory we have through the Cross, thus the palm of victory side by side with the thorns of suffering.

“So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet Him, crying, ‘Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the Name of the Lord.” John 12

Red Angel Window

The Red Angel Window was given by Julianna and Arnold Bjornsen.  Red is the color of the Holy Spirit often symbolized by fire, and the design includes the chalice, the central symbol of our celebration of Christ’s abiding presence in the Body and Blood, the rainbow of the promise and salvation.



Gold Angel Window

The Gold Angel Window was given by George and Eileen Bishop in loving memory of her mother.  This angel is symbolic of the major feasts of the liturgical year (Christmas, Easter, etc.) which are celebrated with gold vestments and adornments.  The angel holds a crown for both kingship of Christ and the crowns of the saints.  The sunrays are the “shekinah glory” of God. The rose is of personal significance to the woman in whose memory the window was given, but in general Christian terms represents the Messianic promise, standing for both the Lord’s mother, the Virgin Mary, and the humanity of Jesus.



“They cast their crowns before the throne, singing ‘Worthy art Thou, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power for Thou did create all things, and by Thy will they existed and were created’.” Revelation 4



Green Angel Window

The Green Angel Window was given by Olive Eva.  This angel symbolizes the Easter week celebration of the Resurrection, green being the color of new life.  The censer reminds us of the prophecy:

 “from the rising of the sun, to its setting, my Name is great among the nations, and in every place incense is offered to my name, and a pure offering”. Malachi 1



Noah's Dove Window

The Noah’s Dove Window was given by Helen Wanish in memory of her husband, Jim.  A story from the Old Testament, the dove with the olive branch, with the rainbow in the background, depicts the scene of peace after the flood in which God saved those who loved God and were obedient with the promise that He would ever again send a flood to destroy the world.

“I set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be a sign of the covenant between me and you and every living creature of all flesh.”



Burning Bush Window

The Burning Bush Window was given by Margaret Brady in memory of Ethel Hull. This window symbolizes the dynamic and personal nature of God’s self-revelation; the burning bush from which Moses heard God speak, and where he heard God’s name:

 “I AM.” Exodus 3

The Mary Window 

The Mary Window was given by Bob and Ann Lawson, and Page and Al Faulk.  A traditional picture of the Blessed Virgin Mary in a grotto with red roses; the red rose reputedly sprang from drops of Christ’s blood shed on Calvary and is a symbol of love and martyrdom.  This window reminds us of Mary’s humble, obedient spirit, and that “henceforth all Generations will call me blessed.”  The words in her halo are the Angel’s greeting at the Annunciation:

“Hail, O favored one, the Lord is with you!” with Mary’s response being, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” Luke 1

The Living Waters Window

The Living Waters Window was given by LTC Fran Thorp and made by Al Rhoads. The cross gushes forth in Living Water, symbolic of eternal life and the Holy Spirit.  Jesus is the very water of life.  The cross is surrounded by the halo of the glory of God.

“The water that I shall give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life.” John 4

The Rejoice Window

The Rejoice Window was given by the Panora and Worthington families.  This shows Jesus the Good Shepherd leaving the flock to rescue the lost sheep.

“Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep which was lost. Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over 99 righteous persons who need no repentance.” Luke 14

The Good Shepherd Window

The Good Shepherd Window was given by Bill Young in memory of his wife, Eloise.  This is a traditional good shepherd design, with Jesus the shepherd, the people his sheep.  He promises a personal and caring relationship with his followers.

“I am the Good Shepherd; I know my own and my own know me, as the Father knows me and I know the Father; I lay down my life for the sheep.” John 10

The Jesus and the Children Window

The Jesus and the Children Window was given by Ray and Anne Pruitt.  The center is Jesus calling the children of all races to him.  The symbols around the edge are especially meaningful to the Pruitt family.

“…Let the children come to me, do not hinder them; for to such belongs the kingdom of God. Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it.” Mark 10



The Healing Window

The Healing Window was given by Dave Rich in memory of his wife, Wanda.  The scene commemorates the story of the woman healed by Jesus when she touched the hem of his garment.

“…Jesus turned, and seeing her, He said, ‘Take heart, daughter; your faith has made you well’.” Matthew 9

The Chalice Window

The Chalice Window was given by Mary and Romie Circle, Stephania Borcz Kogut, and Roy and Sheryl Kern.  An acclamation of the sacrament of Holy Communion, this design depicts the chalice, host, grapes and wheat, transformed by the Holy Spirit into the precious Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ, that we might, as the Gospel commands, “Take, eat…” Because of God’s grace, we are fed spiritually. Matthew 26

The Tiffany Cross Window

The Tiffany Cross Window was made by Al Roads and given by Al and his wife, Pat.  A traditional Victorian design after the style of Louis Tiffany, of the central symbol of our faith.  We who are reconciled in Christ are meant to be ambassadors of reconciliation.

“For in Him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through Him to reconcile to Himself, all things… making peace by the blood of His cross.” Colossians 1

The Hovering Dove Window

The Hovering Dove Window was given by the Reverend Jerry Brown in memory of his grandmother, Jane Ezzetie.  Based on the alabaster window in St. Peter’s Church, Rome, the Holy Spirit as the dove hovers, symbolizing the abiding presence of Christ.  The rainbow-like rays of glory suggest the Trinity.

“And I will pray to the Father, and he will give you another Counselor, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of Truth…you know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you.” John 14

The Celtic Cross Window

The Celtic Cross Window was designed by Chuck Hatch and given by him and his mother, Betty, in memory of their husband and father, Charles, and of their Scottish heritage.  A simple and elegant post-modern cross, reminiscent of a Celtic cross (a circle representing the world superimposed on the cross).  It reminds us of our roots: St. Columbia (Columcille) brought Christianity to England through Scotland renewing the church after the fall of Rome and our first American bishops were ordained by Scottish bishops.  The window reminds us that Christ is a gift to the whole world.

“For God sent his Son into the world…that the world might be saved through Him.” John 3

The Resurrection Window

The Resurrection Window was given by Steve and Margaret Kish in memory of her parents.  The garden on Easter morning shows the rising sun symbolizing the rising of Christ, the flowers of spring, and the butterfly, which all speak of resurrection and rebirth, with “Alleluia” the Easter word.

“He is not here, for He has risen as He said.” Matthew 28

“Why do you seek the living among the dead?” Luke 24

The Light of the World Window

The Light of the World Window was given by the Allen family in memory of David Allen, designed by Stephania Kogut and executed by Al Rhoads. Christ, our Light, is seen holding a lamp to which those who love Him are drawn. The figures represent those whose lives are transformed by believing Jesus and responding in praise and adoration.

“I am the light of the world; he who follows Me will not walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” John 8

The Crown Him with Many Crowns Window

The Crown Him with Many Crowns Window was given by the Rowe family. This shows the sacrificial Lamb of God victorious over death in the central crystal.  The rays of iridescent light resemble a cross, along with the crowns that show the glory of God over the four corners of the world.

“They cast their crowns before the throne, singing, ‘Worthy are Thou, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for Thou didst create all things’.” Revelation 4

The Christ will Come Again Window

The Christ will Come Again Window was given by Gene and Sharon DeShaw in memory of John Tewers, Sharon’s father, and was made by Al Rhoads. The scene is of Christ’s appearance to St. John the Evangelist – a picture of the Second Coming of Christ that we await. Reflected are the words of the Book of Revelation.

“…in His right hand He held seven stars, from his mouth issued a sharp two-edged sword, and His face was like the sun shining in full strength.” Revelation 1

The St. John Window

The St. John Window was given by Rena Branstetter in memory of her husband, Charles.  It pictures the patron saint of our church receiving revelation from the Holy Spirit.  St. John the Evangelist is the traditional writer of the Gospel of John and the three epistles of John.  At his feet is the eagle, his traditional symbol, because his words soar like eagles.

“This is the disciple who is bearing witness to these things and who has written these things and knows that his testimony is true.” John 21

The Trinity Window

The Trinity Window was given by Jack and Alice Swift.  The Hebrew letter at the top is “yod” which translates “Our God is One”.  Descending from it as rays from the sun is a symbol of God the Father – the Seeing Eye in the triangle. The stars and the moon that are spun out of it represent the Creation by God the Father.  The red PX (Chi-Rho) are the Greek letters of the name of “Christ”, representing God the Son.  The dove with seven flames symbolizes God the Spirit and the seven gifts of confirmation, the sacramental act reserved to the Bishop.

“…all this we pray in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen” (Book of Common Prayer, Eucharistic liturgy)

The Angel Window

The Angel Window was given by Ed and June McElhannon in memory of their daughter, Sherri McElhannon.  This shows an angel pointing toward the eight-pointed star, a traditional symbol of the location of heaven and speaks of our hope of eternal life there with God.

“And I saw a new heaven…and God Himself will be with them…and He shall wipe every tear from their eye and death shall be no more.” Revelation 21

The Peace Window

The Peace Window was given by Harry and Pearl Howard in memory of their parents and homeland of the Ukraine. The window is styled to be like a Ukrainian Easter egg, with the dove of peace and the eight-pointed star (a symbol of the eight persons saved on Noah’s ark).  A Russian-style cross from our Orthodox heritage is at the bottom.

“Christ is risen from the dead, trampling down death by death and upon those in the tombs bestowing life.” (From the Resurrection liturgy)

The Lion of Judah Window

There is currently no picture available for this window.  The Lion of Judah window was given by Kenneth and Elaine Rhodes and made by Al Rhoads. Remembering C.S. Lewis, the great apologist for Christianity, by way of the Lion Aslan from his “Chronicles of Narnia” series.  The Lion of Judah, another name for Jesus, symbolizes His victory in the resurrection, crowned and with His foot on the org (symbol of the world) contains the Greek words ICXC/NIKA, meaning, “Jesus Christ conquers!”

“Weep not; lo, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has conquered.” Revelation 5

The Peacock Window

The Queen of Heaven Window

The Descending Dove with Dogwood Window

There is currently no picture available for this window.

The Descending Cove with Dogwood window was given by Dr. Al Erven.  The dogwood tree is a symbol of the death of Jesus, and by legend, was also the wood of the cross.  This is echoed in the cross at the bottom, presided over by the Holy Spirit as a dove.

“But when the Counselor comes, whom I shall send you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, who proceeds from the Father, He will bear witness to Me.” John 15

The Loaves and Fishes Window

There is currently no picture available for this window.  The Loaves and Fishes window was given by the Van Wagner family in memory of David Van Wagner.  This shows the scene in which the lad with the lunch of 5 loaves and 2 fish was brought to Jesus by the disciple, Andrew.  The cross on St. Andrew’s back represents his legendary martyrdom. We are reminded of God’s provision, the miraculous feeding of the five thousand, and or our call to lead others to the Bread of Life.

“I am the bread of life.  He who comes to Me shall not hunger and he who believes in Me shall never thirst.” John 6