Altar Window

Given by the Young People's Society in 1926. Focal point at the top of the gothic arch is a chalice with the priest’s host superimposed symbolizes the Eucharist. The three gothic panels at the bottom:

• Left panel -- the triangle with circles is the symbol of the Trinity -- the lighted Torch is the traditional symbol for divine wisdom -- the Lamp is the ancient symbol for God’s Word.

• The middle panel top to bottom: Open Bible -- the Word of God. The Sail of a ship -- the Latin word for ship is navis and the main body of the church building is called the nave. The letters INRI are Latin for “Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews.”

• Right panel: Anchor Cross proclaims a sure and immovable faith. The Crown conveys the majesty and lordship of God. The Two Tablets of stone -- a symbol of those received by Moses from God.

Above the panels are two quatrefoils. One contains Chi Rho -- Greek for Christ. The other contains Iota, Eta and Sigma -- the Greek abbreviation for Jesus.

Above the quatrefoils are four smaller panels which contain symbols for each of the four evangelists. Left to right -- Winged figure with the face of a man is the symbol for Matthew. Next, the winged figure with the face of a lion is the symbol for Mark. Next, the winged figure with the head of an ox symbolizes Luke. Finally, the winged figure with the head of an eagle represents John.