Stained Glass Windows

The Nave Teaching Windows of Christ’s Lutheran Church are the result of a most generous gift by Mr. Edward H. Gessner given in loving memory of his wife, Mildred A. Gessner.

Window Gallery
Click here to view the Window Gallery and explanation of each window.
Teaching Booklet
Click here to download a booklet showing the Nave Teaching Windows and explanation of each window.

The Window Design

The Nave Teaching Windows were designed by Mr. Tony Mako and fabricated by the Ann Willet Stained Glass Atelier in Spring House, Pennsylvania. The windows were constructed using techniques employed in the medieval glass windows in Europe. All glass is mouth blown pot-metal imported antique glass with painted portions fused by kiln and all done in a “dignified contemporary” style to match the architecture of the church. The windows show a consummate skill and artistry in their completed state.

The rationale underlying the windows and their message is that the windows should form an integral part of the teaching ministry and the outreach ministry of the congregation to the community. To this end, the windows will be used by this congregation as visual aids in teaching curriculum for children, youth and adults. This booklet will enable individuals to learn from the windows. Pastors and congregations in the community are invited to use these teaching windows in their own congregational programs of Christian education. The windows are numbered counterclockwise 1 through 10 beginning at the back of the sanctuary on the right hand side.

The Word of God is His gift to all persons. The congregation of Christ’s Church is grateful for the opportunity given to it to proclaim that Word in such a beautiful way.

The congregation deeply appreciates the gift of the Nave Windows and the opportunity it has given them to proclaim God’s Word in such a striking and beautiful way.

Nave Teaching Window Gallery
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Photos taken by Pastor Bill Vanderslice