Several years ago, because of successive typhoons, repairs were undertaken in our parish church. The issue of improving ventilation was also addressed. One very important innovation I noticed were the way the stained glass were done. The new stained glass windows were designed to depict episodes from the gospel. The inscriptions were written in Bicolano, the native tongue of Bicol. Indeed stained glass windows are works of art whose purpose is to enhance the beauty of the Gospel. Here are some photos I have taken using my mobile phone.
Depicted below is Christ's conversation with the Woman of Samaria. Our Lord declared that Salvation comes from the Jews, if only to emphasize that the Samaritans are in error regarding their belief. But even as Christ rebuked the sectarian errors of the Samaritans, He also declared that the Samaritans are welcome to draw that water from Him who is the source of life. He invited the woman to seek for this water that brings eternal life. The converted woman has become an example of zealous convert eager to share to others the blessing she received from the Lord.
Prayer: Lord just like the Samaritan Woman, we long for this water of life. Come to our hearts and satisfy our longings so that with you we might find eternal rest and peace. Amen.
Nicodemus, the member of the Sanhedrin who sought Christ at night. Christ said, Unless a man is born of water and spirit he will not enter the Kingdom of God."
Prayer: Lord, like Nicodemus inspire us with the desire to know the truth so that like him we may diligently search for it even at the most inconvenient time. Amen.
The wonderful catch. Lower you net, and lo they gathered a bountiful catch. Peter said, Lord, stay away from me for I am a sinful man.
Prayer: Lord, like Peter we are assailed by our unworthiness, but wee your wonderful works. Thank you Lord for being good to us even if we are stubborn and unbelieving. Amen.
The multiplication of the Bread.
Prayer: Lord as you fed the hungry of Capernaum, fed our hunger and multiply yourself in our hearts that we may savor the bounty of your grace. Amen.
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