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Subject: Gabriel
the
Archangel
Installed:
St. Margaret of
Scotland
,
Newark
,
DE
Religious
Denomination: Roman Catholic
Presiding
Pastor: Rev. John P. Hopkins
Photograghy
by: Robert E. Tuttle, Jr.
Painters:
Doreen Ruffe and Cynthia Moulsen
Additional
Artist: Roger Lent
Design:
Cynthia Gallagher
Description of
Design: Gabriel the
Archangel
is handing the Lily to Mary to let her know that she was
selected to bear the Saviour. The celtic knots,
symbolizing endless faith, are in each of the upper
corners. This specific celtic knot is known as the Triquetra,
latin for 3 cornered. It is the symbol of the Holy
Trinity; the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. [Special note about the glass selection: Drapery Glass was used
on this window.] |
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• Gabriel
means: "Man of God" or "God has shown himself
mighty", God is my strength; God is mighty; Strong man of
God; The strength of God.
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Messenger of God • Appeared to : John the Baptist, Zachary,
Mary to let her know that she was selected to bear the Saviour.
• Patron
of Communication Workers, Argentinean Ambassadors,
Broadcasters, Clergy, Communications Workers, Diplomats
Messengers, Philatelists, Portugal, Post Offices, Postal
Services &
Workers, Radio; Radio
Workers, Archdiocese of Seattle, WA, Secular clergy, Stamp
Collectors, Telecommunication Workers, Telegraphs; Telephones;
Television; Tele Workers
• Representation:
lily, shield, spear, trumpet
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