About Stained Glass

Saint Peter Religious Stained Glass Windows Saint Peter was one of Christ’s Twelve Apostles, and Gospel accounts in the New Testament suggest the disciple was also one of His most favored. Saint Peter art glass windows are routinely inspired by information provided about this righteous man in the Bible. Saint Peter is often regarded as […]

Christian Stained Glass Windows with Text It’s often said that a picture is worth a thousand words. While it’s true that a single image can speak volumes, sometimes there is no substitute for the written word. This is certainly true of religious stained glass images. Stained glass church windows showing Jesus performing miracles or preaching […]

Symbolic Rose Windows in Stained Glass An image is symbolic when its form or appearance are used to represent objects, individuals, or ideas, and stained glass rose windows certainly fit this definition. There is a modern day association between the rose and the mother of Christ, and the twelve divisions often found in rose windows […]

Saint Paul Stained Glass Windows One of the things that made the life of Saint Paul–also known as Paul the Apostle–so significant is that he actively persecuted Christians before becoming a follower of Jesus Christ. Like many of the early saints, Paul made it his mission to share the good news of Jesus with as […]

The Beauty of Stained Glass Rose Windows Because of their aesthetically pleasing symmetry, the often kaleidoscopic patterns they feature, and their fascinating symbolism, stained glass rose windows are captivating additions  to any sanctuary. They are classic examples of Gothic stained glass windows, but can also work well in parishes featuring more modern architectural designs. All […]

Stained Glass Art featuring Christian Symbolism Symbolism is the representation of an idea or object through the use of something else. Writers and artists routinely employ symbolism in their works, and it is also an important aspect of the Christian religion. Some symbols are found in the Bible. Jesus Himself regularly used symbolism in His […]

Memorial Plaques in Stained Glass Anyone who has ever lost a close friend or family member realizes that the love and memories that were shared with that person never go away. Those left behind are often left searching for a fitting way to pay tribute to the deceased and honor a life well lived. Stained […]

Crosses in Stained Glass When it comes to stained glass designs, windows and church furnishings featuring crosses clearly represent the very essence of the Christian faith. For church leaders looking for a fitting way to welcome parishioners and show them they are in the company of people who worship Jesus as their personal savior, stained […]

Stained Glass Designs featuring the Coronation of Mary Mary’s Coronation is a subject of many medieval stained glass windows as well as ones crafted in more modern times. The one characteristic the vast majority of these religious stained glass windows share is that it is Mary’s earthly son Jesus Christ who places the crown on […]

Assumption of Mary Stained Glass Window Art For hundreds of years, painters and stained glass artists have been trying to capture the wonder and joy of the Assumption of Mary in their works. Although there is debate about whether Mary died before her earthly body and eternal soul were transported to heaven, stained glass windows […]