Father Garvey blessed our new church doors at the 11:15 a.m. Mass on Sunday, November 30, 2014. The new church entry doors allow plenty of light to enter the Narthex and provide a beautiful and secure welcome to parishioners and visitors. Designed and installed by Radiant Arts of Beach City, Ohio, the project was coordinated by members of the Worship Committee.
Etched crosses adorn
the two entry doors and
angels are on either side.
Trinity symbols are
above the doors
The Eye of God is a symbol
that is representative
of divine watchfulness,
of the Supreme Being
taking care of
the entire universe.
It is shown as a
single human eye enclosed
in a triangle and
often surrounded by
clouds or burst of light.
The Chi Rho is one of the
earliest cruciform symbols
used by Christians.
It is formed by superimposing
the first two letters of the word
"Christ" in Greek, chi = ch and rho = r.
Although not technically a cross,
the Chi Rho invokes
the crucifixion of Jesus
as well as symbolizing
is status as the Christ.
The Holy Spirit is represented
by the dove, an emblem of purity,
innocence, and the gentle Savior
bringing peace to mankind
through His sacrifice.