The Windows of Trinity
The Windows in the Nave
(Gospel Side)
The six windows on the Epistle side of the nave recall some of the parables
of Jesus, while those on the Gospel side portray his miracles. The lower
portion of each window depicts themes relating to Northern California.
Window IX: The Raising of Lazarus
(John 11:1-44)
Lazarus, the brother of Mary and Martha of Bethany, had died and his body was placed in the family tomb. Later, when Jesus arrived at the home of his dear friends, he prayed to the Father and summoned Lazarus to come forth. When Lazarus appeared, clothed for burial, Jesus said to those who were with him, "Unbind him, and let him go." Mary and Martha were overcome with joy that the Lord had the power to transform death into life.
The theme of new life in Christ is portrayed by the Church-the original Trinity Cathedral which stood near the corner of 26th and Capitol Avenue until 1955 when the present Cathedral was completed. The Cross, once the symbol of death, is now the symbol of Resurrection. The Bread and Wine of Holy Communion (symbolized by the chalice) signify the presence of the risen Christ through the Sacrament of Holy Communion.
This window is dedicated to the memory of Mary Louise Gaine.
Window X: The Feeding of the Multitude
(Matthew 14:13-21; Mark 6:20-44; Luke 9:10-17; John 6:1-15)
Jesus worked this miracle through a gift of fish and bread provided by a young lad. Here the boy offers his lunch to Jesus which he blessed and distributed to the hungry. Once again we are reminded that God uses our gifts to work his miracles among us. For early Christians, this event was seen as a foreshadowing of the Holy Eucharist.
The theme of God's providence is reflected in Northern California's streams, rivers, lakes, and ocean. A modern day fisherman and his catch remind us that all Christians are called to become "fishers of men" as they live out the Gospel of Christ.
This window is dedicated to the memory of Robert A. Breuner, Winifred K. Breuner, Frank Gaines, and Louise M. Gaines.
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