Life of Christ
The first window is a portrayal of The Annunciation recorded in Luke 1: 26-38. The angel Gabriel with the lily in his hand as a symbol of the Virgin, visits Mary in Nazareth announcing that she is to bear Jesus. The dove above the figure represents the Holy Spirit coming upon Mary as promised by the angel.
The next window depicts The Nativity recorded in Luke 2: 1-14. The Christ is brought forth and laid in a manger, its straw here shown. Joseph stands above Mary and Jesus as the protector of both. The Star of Bethlehem is prominent at the top. Below, the shepherds are depicted by the staffs, and the Magi by the three crowns.
The last window represents Jesus in the Temple at twelve years of age as
recorded in Luke 2: 41-52. The book and scrolls show his interest in the Scriptures.
Here too, the doctors are astounded at his interest and understanding. The
lamp above symbolizes knowledge recalling Psalm 119 - "Thy word is a
lamp unto my feet." Below is the carpenter's plane with its shavings
to depict Jesus' simple life in Nazareth.
