The Stained Glass Windows
Symbols of Christ Church United Methodist
Symbols in the Church
Symbols are the basic language of Christianity. Christian rituals and sacraments such as Communion or Baptism are symbolic expressions of our belief. So are the words and music of our hymns and even the design and decoration of our churches.
Symbols serve a three-fold function:
- to beautify the house of worship, making a fitting sanctuary for the Most High;
- to inspire devotion and worship by creating an atmosphere suggestive and conductive to Christian meditation;
- to give expression to the ideas and the historic tradition of the Christian faith.
Each symbol serves an artistic, devotional, and educational function.
(Roma Lear Loren, Symbols of Christ Church United Methodist. edited by Beth Rambikur, 2025)
Special thanks to Roma Loren, Memorial Chairperson 1969-70 and 1980-88, who authored the section of the booklet. Enclosed is her dedication in the booklet.
“Dedicated to my Father
Prof. Fred R. Lear
Who taught me to appreciate
and to be interested in so many things.
By Roma Lear Loren
Memorial Chairman 1969-1970
Revised in 1979″
(Symbols of Christ Church United Methodist, 1979: Dedication Page)
Christ Church United Methodist
The Stained Glass Windows
Our windows were made by Judson Studios of California. Instead of being leaded stained glass, they are a new type called faceted glass set in composition of epoxy and sand. The glass is thick and fractured to catch the light and make them more brilliant. (The Air Force Academy was also done by Judson Studios.)
The Stained Glass Windows of Christ Church United Methodist
The Life of Christ
The front eight windows are on “The Life of Christ.” The upper section of each window contains a symbol that helps tell the story of Christ’s life. The lower two thirds of the window contain figures of Christ. So, each worshipper sits in the presence of the Christ and is surrounded by his love. The beautiful blue background of all windows is to represent heavenly strength, hope, and patience.
