About Stained Glass

Jesus’ Sermons Pictured in Stained Glass A sermon is a speech that talks about an important lesson of the Bible, a key belief of Christianity, or a moral truth. Priests and ministers still give these moving orations during practically every church service, but it was of course Jesus who delivered the sermons that helped form […]

Stories from the Sea of Galilee Situated in northern Israel, the Sea of Galilee was much more than a body of water casually mentioned in the Bible. It served as a backdrop for the Calling of the Disciples and was also where Jesus performed several of His miracles. Stained glass church windows featuring scenes from […]

The Resurrection of Christ in Stained Glass The story of Christ’s suffering and death on the cross after He was betrayed by Judas and abandoned by the Apostles is certainly a heartbreaking one. However, it is also the precursor for arguably the most glorious and miraculous event in the entire Bible: the Resurrection. The belief […]

The Presentation of Jesus in Stunning Stained Glass Very little is known about the infancy and childhood of Jesus, but the Bible does tell us that Mary and Joseph took the baby Jesus to a temple in Jerusalem when He was just 40 days old. This presentation was required under Jewish law. Even at this […]

Stained Glass Images: The Passion of Christ The Passion is the term used to describe the events in Christ’s life that led up to His suffering and death on the cross. Stained glass window art focusing on this period in the Savior’s life on earth may depict His arrest after He was betrayed by the […]

Parables of Christ are Depicted in Stained Glass A parable is a story that is created to teach a fundamental lesson or reveal an important truth. During His time with mankind on Earth, Jesus frequently used parables as a teaching tool. Those who believe in the truth of the Bible tend to place special importance […]

Nativity Art Glass Windows Every December during the weeks leading up to Christmas, references to and celebrations of Christ’s birth seem to be everywhere. Displays in people’s homes show Him sleeping in His manger, and carols on the radio speak of the joy associated with the Newborn King. The event of Christ’s birth is known […]

Stained Glass Images of the Madonna The word “Madonna,” which means “my lady,” can be traced back to Medieval Italian society. At first it was used to describe any woman of nobility or importance, but it is now inextricably connected to the virgin mother of Jesus. The term Madonna is often understood to be interchangeable […]

The Miracles of Christ in Church Stained Glass The earthly life of Jesus can serve as a lesson for us all. The kindness and unconditional love He showed towards all people–even the sinful and impoverished–is something true Christians try to emulate in their own lives of faith. It is the many miracles performed by Jesus […]

The Last Supper Stunningly Depicted in Stained Glass Art No stained glass gallery of Christian art would be complete without artistic representations of The Last Supper. This event described in great detail in the Bible was the last time Jesus broke bread with His disciples before His betrayal by Judas and His crucifixion. It is […]