The Creation Window

A stained glass window depicting the first phrase of the Apostle's Creed.


"I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of
heaven and earth;..."

Creation Symbols

Equilateral Triangle. Any design of three equal parts
symbolizes the Holy Trinity, one God in Three Persons.
Each person of the Godhead was responsible for creation.
Genesis 1 and 2; John 1:3,10; Colossians 1:16;
Psalm 104:30

Hand from Cloud. The Hand of God is frequently used in
both Old and New Testaments. References to the Hand suggest
the creative act, supportive care, judgment, and power.
Exodus 15:6; Deuteronomy 11:2; Ezra 8:22; Psalms16:11,
18:35, 104:28, 139:10; Habakkuk 3:4; Luke 1:66; Acts 7:50

Heaven and Earth. Planets, sun, moon, trees, mountains,
water, lamb, flowers, and birds symbolize the creation of
God in the beginning according to His purpose and for His
pleasure. Genesis 1-2:25; Psalm 135:6; Proverbs 16:4.
This Creation exhibits the deity, power, glory, wisdom, and
goodness of God. Romans 1:20; Isaiah 40:26,28; Psalms 33:5,
104:24, 136:1. We are admonished to praise Him for His
creation -- "for His love endureth forever." Psalm 136:3-9.

Given by
Van and Sue Salmans Bess Whitesides Nystrom
in honor of in memory of
Bertha V. Salmans John D. Whitesides and Morris Nystrom