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 XI: Jesus Stilling the Storm
(Matthew 8:23-37; Mark 4:35-41; Luke 8:22-25)

While crossing the sea of Galilee with his disciples, Jesus fell asleep. Suddenly a great windstorm swept down on the lake and the boat filled with water. The disciples awakened Jesus, shouting, "Master, Master, we are perishing." When Jesus rebuked the wind and the raging waves, they ceased, and there was a calm. Then Jesus asked, "Where is your faith?" Note the raging of the sea, the fear on the face of the disciples, and the strength of Jesus in the face of life's storms.

The lower panel reflects the calm rural life of Northern California: the rancher with his cow and the red barn. Much of the Diocese of Northern California is located in rural areas far away from the hectic pace of city life.

This window was dedicated to the memory of Jack Stoddard Claussen.

Window XII: The Wedding at Cana
(John 2:1-12)

Jesus was present at a wedding in Cana of Galilee. When Mary announced that the wine had run out, Jesus asked that the large jars used for purification be filled with water. When the chief steward tasted the water that had become wine, he pronounced it excellent and complimented the bridegroom for saving the best for last. This was the first of Christ's miracles which were always his gracious response to human need.

The lower panel ties the miracle to winemaking, an industry important to the life of Northern California. Here we see the vintner crushing purple grapes. The wine, stored in barrels and later in bottles, in the words of the Psalmist, will gladden the heart.

This window is dedicated to the memory of Norma Riddle Brand and Clide Holman Brand.