We have all admired the beauty of the stained glass windows in St. Mary's Church, which was completed and dedicated in 2010. Have you ever wondered about the symbolism in these magnificent windows?
The Clerestory Windows depict six angels carrying Marian symbols taken from the Song of Solomon in the Bible:
A: a monogram of the five letters in the name MARIA
B: the ship symbolizes Mary as the Star of the Sea
C: the letters AMR stand for Ave Maria Regina (Hail Mary the Queen)
D: the crown symbolizes the Queen of Heaven
E: scales represent Mary as the Seat of Wisdom
F: the castle is a symbol of the Tower of David
Our stunning window of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary incorporates specific flowers around the perimeter:
Roses: the rose is the queen of flowers and are the symbol of Mary, Queen of Heaven and Earth
Passionflower: symbolizes purity of faith, tears of the Virgin Mary and Christ's crucifixion
Lily: represents chastity, purity, innocence, and piety
Clouds: clouds surrounding Mary indicate her Assumption to Heaven, body and soul
Dove: the dove above Mary's head is a symbol of the Holy Spirit