According to their website, the stained glass windows at the West Market Street United Methodist Church (WMSUMC) were purchased at the Columbian Exhibition at the World’s Fair in Chicago, Illinois in 1893. The windows were donated to the church as memorials. From this view of the stained glass windows at the WMSUMC, it is easy to reflect on the glory of the season. Christians, worldwide, are celebrating Easter today. Easter is a time of hope, rebirth, renewal, and reflection. We hope you have are in the position to nurture your spiritual self today as well as finding time to enjoy time with family.

We have featured WMSUMC before, as well as the Stations of the Cross related to Christ’s life. If you really love stained glass, you might want to read about other stained glass pieces from the 1893 Fair, commemorating the 400th year of Christopher Columbus’ arrival in the new world, by seeing more stained glass here and here. 

If you can’t get out to an Easter Service today, this video is the next best thing to being there. Unfortunately, we don’t have one from Greensboro but this one from Mt. Olive UMC, Arlington, VA is a great representation of the traditions of the holiday. Pay special attention to how the church transforms and oh, the music………… Feel free to open your windows and sing along!