FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
We are Christians proclaiming God's love through Worship, Stewardship, Education and Outreach Ministries. Our mission is: Serving His children whenever there is a need.

310 W. 11th Street, Pueblo Colorado, 81003

CHURCH HISTORY

STAINED GLASS WINDOWS

By Wanda Glover, Church Historian

In our church we have four sets of stained glass windows.  I suggest you take a few minutes to see, study and appreciate these beautiful works of art.  Each tells its’ own story. 

stained glassLocated in the back of the sanctuary, high on the east wall (balcony level), is our largest stained-glass window.  Its five panels representing the five wounds of Christ.  We haven’t been able to learn any more of its history.  If you have knowledge or information about it please let me know.

 

 

 

stained glass windowOn the ground floor, just beneath the large stained-glass window, are the “Trinity” windows, the Creator, Christ and Holy Spirit.  These windows were given to the church by Harry Amick and family in 1952.  Harry and Emma Amick were the first couple married in the church after it wascompleted in 1923.  The detailed description, which is too long to include here, will be found on the wall beside the windows. 

stained glassAs you ascend the stairs, heading up to Booth Hall, you will see three beautiful panels of stained glass.  One panel depicts a cross while the other two depict Iris flowers. The artistic glass- work was created by former member, John Schmidt, in memory of his loving wife, Leota, who loved flowers. The flower symbolism associated with the iris is, faith, cherished friendship, promise in love, and wisdom. Irises were used in Mary’s Garden, the blade-shaped foliage denotes the sorrows which 'pierced her heart.'

Stained glassThe room, which is presently designated as Bethel Chapel, was originally known as the “Tea Room” for many years.  Later it became the “Youth Room” and is now the “Bethel Chapel” named in honor of Bethel Church and its members. It was dedicated, in their memory, after Bethel merged with First United Methodist Church.  The chapel is graced by two large, wonderful stained glass windows on the north wall.  Stained glassScott Grant, a young member of our congregation, was an acolyte for six years.  He earned his Boy Scout “God and Country” merit badge by working in the church.  He died as a result of an accident in 1987.  You will observe in the first window two doves appear as a young acolyte lights the worship candles.  The second window picks up the theme of light and translates the star of service to the cross of promise as Scott ascends into heaven.

Our church is fortunate to have such beautiful and treasured works of art.  We hope you enjoy their beauty.