1. THE STAINED GLASS OF
ST. CATHERINE OF
SIENA PARISH
Our stained glass windows are beautiful
works of art, referencing powerful
moments from Sacred Scripture. We hope
this guide helps to familiarize you with
these Biblical anecdotes and that it serves
as an opportunity for prayer and
reflection, bringing you closer to God and
our Parish family.
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St. Catherine of Siena is pictured amidst
nails and crown of thorns, representing her
reception of the wounds of Christ, and lilies,
representing purity and chastity. She holds
a book of her writings, signifying her
contributions as a Doctor of the Church.
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TH E NATI VI TY
OF OUR L ORD
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THE MIRACLE
AT CANA
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THE TRANS -
FIGURATION
*Windows are numbered in a
clockwise fashion. (If included, the
altar Crucifix would be labeled “12”)
“And he was transfigured
before them, and his face
shone like the sun” MT 17:2
Jesus radiantly
“transfigured,” signifying
His divinity. The Old
Testament law giver,
Moses (left), and prophet,
Elijah (right), appear with
Jesus, indicating Jesus’
supreme authority and
fulfillment of Old
Testament laws and
prophecies.
For Prayer and Reflection: Though differently than the
Transfiguration, the glory of God shines for us in all places.
Where do we perceive the glory of God? Do we appreciate
the beauty and wonder of creation?
“The steward tasted
the water that had
become wine…” JN 2:9
Jesus affecting a
miracle at a wedding
feast, turning water in
the six jars to wine
(120-180 gallons!).
Mary, the Blessed
Mother, looks on
along with the bride
and groom.
For Prayer and Reflection: The Blessed Mother intercedes on
behalf of the bride and groom, asking Jesus to provide more
wine. Jesus honors the request of His mother. Do we entrust
our needs to Mary, so that she can bring them before her Son?
Do we follow Mary’s example by praying for others?
“Here am I, the
servant of the Lord; let
it be with me according
to your word.” LK 1:38
The Blessed Mother,
Mary, kneels before
the angel, Gabriel. The
Holy Spirit (dove - top
right) rests with Mary
as she raises an open
hand, submitting to
the will of God.
For Prayer and Reflection: Mary, the Mother of God,
displays perfect faith as she accepts Gabriel’s unbelievable
message, that she will bear the Savior of all people. Do we
take the necessary time to discern God’s will for us?After
exercising proper discernment, do we act accordingly?
“They saw the child with
Mary his mother; and
they knelt down and
paid him homage” MT 2:11
Infant Jesus rests in the
manger. Mary gestures
toward Jesus as the
three wise men adore
Him and present Him
with their gifts of gold,
frankincense, and
myrrh. The guiding star
that led the wisemen to
Jesus is overhead.
For Prayer and Reflection: The three wise men travelled a
great distance to give costly gifts and to adore Jesus. Do we
make a great effort to adore Our Lord in the Eucharist? Do
we pray and adore Him frequently in our hearts?
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2. 2
MARTYRDOM OF
ST. STEPHEN
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CHRIST, K ING OF
THE UNIVERS E 3 P ENT ECOS T
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THE GOOD
SAMARI TAN
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JESUS C LEANSES
TEN LE PER S
“Jesus, remember me
when you come into
your kingdom.” Lk 23:42
Jesus portrayed as King.
He offers a blessing for
all with his right hand,
holding the Globus
Cruciger (Cross-Bearing
Orb) in his left, an
ancient symbol of Jesus’
universal authority.
For Prayer and Reflection:As Catholic Christians, we profess
that Christ is King of all people, all nations, and in fact all of
creation. The entire universe is made new in our Lord and
Savior. Have we truly allowed Him to be Lord of our lives?
“All of them were
filled with the Holy
Spirit.” Acts 2:4
Mary, mother of God,
with the other
disciples in the upper
room after the
Ascension of our
Lord, receiving the
gift of the Holy Spirit,
manifest as tongues
of fire.
For Prayer and Reflection: Through the Sacraments of
Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation), we are given
new life in God by the power of the Holy Spirit, who is
constantly at work in our lives. Do we live His great gifts?
“He gazed into heaven
and saw the glory of
God” Acts 7:55
St. Stephen, the first
Martyr of the Church,
before being stoned
to death, praising God
as he receives a vision
of glorified Jesus,
amidst his executors.
For Prayer and Reflection: Even at the moment of his violent
death, Stephen demonstrated amazing faith asking God to
pardon his attackers. Do we pray for others, even those who do
us harm? Do we regularly ask forgiveness for our sins? Do we
accept God’s merciful love in the sacrament of Reconciliation?
“Christ died for our
sins… was buried, and…
was raised on the third
day” 1 Cor 15:4
The risen Lord, still
bearing the wounds of
crucifixion, carries a
banner signifying his
triumph over sin and
death as He stands
outside the empty
tomb.
For Prayer and Reflection:All of our assured hope rests on the
glorious triumph of Jesus. We must always remember, despite
the pains and difficulties we may face, that God has already
won. Do we give thanks to God for all things, made new in
Christ’s victory over sin and death?
“Get up and go on your
way; your faith has
made you well.” Lk 17:19
A thankful Samaritan
praises God, kneeling
at the feet of Jesus,
having been
miraculously healed of
leprosy. Nine others
who were healed, seen
in the background, set
out without offering
thanks.
For Prayer and Reflection: Jesus points out that the
thankful man is a “foreigner,” a gentile - not of the Jewish
faith - and yet he is healed due to his faith in Christ. How
can we better share that faith in Christ is for all, that He
desires a deep, meaningful relationship with all in His Church?
“He went to him and
bandaged his wounds,
having poured oil and
wine on them.” Lk 10:34
A Jewish priest and a
member of the tribe
of Levi pass by a man
seriously beaten by
robbers on their way
to Jericho while a
Samaritan stops and
cares for him.
For Prayer and Reflection: Similar to the cleansing of ten
lepers, Jesus highlights the example of a gentile, the only one
willing to stop and help the man in need. Do we allow our
faith to affect all areas of our life - including work, leisure,
and civil engagement - so that no one is left unaided?”