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The Annunciation
In Loving Memory of Deacon Kelly "Sonny" Daigle Jr.

The angel Gabriel was sent from God… to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph… and the virgin's name was Mary. (Luke 1: 26)

The Nativity
In Loving Memory of Anthony & Anita D. Brocato Sr. and C. Paul, Sara & Anthony Brocato Jr.

And Joseph too went up from Galilee from the town of Nazareth to… Bethlehem. While they were there, the time came for her to have her child, and she gave birth to her firstborn son. (Luke 2: 4-6)

The Visitation
In Loving Memory of Patricia Grehan Pou

Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said, "Bblessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. (Luke 1:41-42)

Presentation in the Temple
In Honor of St. Joseph for the Protection of Family Life from Dedicated Servants of God

“When the days were completed for their purification according to the Law of Moses, they took him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord… and to offer the sacrifice of ‘a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons... Simeon took the child Jesus into his arms and blessed God, saying: ‘Now, Master, you may let your servant go in peace.’… There was also a prophetess, Anna, advanced in years. Coming forward at that very time, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were awaiting the redemption of Jerusalem.” (Luke 2:22-24, 25, 28-29, 36, 38)

The Holy Family
In Loving Memory of my husband and son Patrick Henry and Joseph Fisher D'Artois

“Jesus went down with them and came to Nazareth, and was obedient to them… and Jesus advanced in wisdom and age and favor before God and man.” (Luke 2:51-52)

Finding Jesus in the Temple
In Loving Memory of Dr. and Mrs. Eugene St. Martin & and Family

“Not finding him, they returned to Jerusalem to look for him. After three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions, and all who heard him were astonished at his understanding and his answers.” (Luke 2:46-47)

"THE BEGINNING OF HIS PUBLIC MINISTRY "

The Wedding Feast at Cana
In Loving Memory of Frank & Rosina Trombetta and Frank & Dora Marks

“When the wine ran short, the mother of Jesus said to him, ‘They have no wine.’… Jesus told them, ‘Fill the jars with water.’ Then he told them, ‘Draw some out now and take it to the headwaiter.’… The headwaiter called the bridegroom and said to him, ’Everyone serves good wine first, and then when people have drunk freely, and inferior one; but you have kept the good wine until now.’” (John 2:3-10)

The Baptism of Jesus
In Thanksgiving for Holy Priests & Religious, Pray for Vocations + Messina Barnard Family

“On coming out of the water he saw the heavens being torn open and the Spirit, like a dove, descending upon him. And a voice came from the heavens, ‘You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.’” (Mark 1:10-11)

The Call of the Apostles
In Thanksgiving for the Blessings Recieved by the James R. and Farleen Bergeron Family

“As Jesus was walking by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon who is called Peter, and his brother Andrew, casting a net into the sea; they were fishermen. He said to them, ‘Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men.’ At once they left their nets and followed him.” (Matthew 4:18-20)

"HEALING AND FORGIVENESS"

The Healing of the Blind Man
In Loving Memory of J.C. & Zahia Camell, Juanice and Lavoid Holloway and Family

“Then Jesus laid hands on his eyes… and he saw clearly; his sight was restored and he could see everything distinctly.” (Mark 8:25)

The Good Shepherd
In Honor of the Thomas Carmody Family; All for the Greater Honor and Glory of God

“I am the good shepherd, and I know mine and mine know me… and I will lay down my life for the sheep.” (John 10:14-15)

"THE PREACHING AND TEACHING MINISTRY "

The Sermon on the Mount
In Loving Memory of Kent and Mary Ellen Upson

“When he saw the crowds, he went up the mountain, and after he had sat down, his disciples came to him. He began to teach them, saying, ‘Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:1-3)

Jesus and the Children
In Thanksgiving for our many Blessings; The Family of Grace Ellen & Harry Johnson

“Jesus said to them, ‘Let the children come to me; do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these…. Then he embraced them and blessed them, placing his hands on them.” (Mark 10:14-16)

"THE MINISTRY OF SERVICE "

The Good Samaritan
In Loving Memory of Sallie McHugh Lee

“Jesus replied… ‘Which of these three, in your opinion, was neighbor to the robbers’ victim?’ He answered, ‘The one who treated him with mercy’ Jesus said to him, ‘Go and do likewise.’” (Luke 10:36-37)

Giving the Keys to Saint Peter
In Loving Memory of the Deceased Members of the Pistorius Family

“And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” (Matthew 16:18-19)

Jesus Washing the
Feet of the Apostles
In Thanksgiving; Henry Dalton & Mary Ellen Dean Family

“When he had washed their feet… Jesus said to them, ‘Do you realize what I have done for you? I have given you a model to follow, so that as I have done for you, you also should do.’” (John 13:12-15)

"THE SUFFERING AND DEATH OF JESUS "

The Agony in the Garden
In Loving Memory of Walter Edwin Watts, Jr.

“Jesus prayed, saying, ‘Father, if you are willing, take this cup away from me; still, not my will but yours be done.’… He was in such agony and he prayed so fervently that his sweat became like drops of blood falling on the ground.” (Luke 22:42-44)

Jesus Carries His Cross
In Loving Memory of Drs. Alice and Joe Holoubek

“Then Pilate handed him over to them to be crucified. So they took Jesus, and carrying the cross himself he went out to what is called the Place of the Skull, in Hebrew, Golgotha.” (John 19:16-17)

Jesus is Placed in the
Arms of His Mother
In Loving Memory of Sam & Marie Feducia and In Honor of Frank & Mary Burroughs

“Jesus cried out again in a loud voice, and gave up his spirit…. Taking the body, Joseph wrapped it in clean linen and laid it in his new tomb that he had hewn in the rock.” (Matthew 27:50, 59-60)

“Come, all you who pass by the way, look and see whether there is any suffering like my suffering, which has been dealt me when the Lord afflicted me on the day of his blazing wrath. At this I weep, my eyes run with tears: far from me are all who could console me, any who might revive me.” (Lamentations 1:12 and 16)

"THE COMPLETION OF THE PASCHAL MYSTERY"

The Resurrection
In Loving Memory of John J. Dailey, Jr.

“The angel said to the women in reply, ‘Do not be afraid! I know that you are seeking Jesus the crucified. He is not here, for he has been raised just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.’” (Matthew 28:5-6)

The Ascension
In Loving Memory of Barry Stephen Lafitte; Eternal Rest Grant Unto Them, O Lord

“As he blessed them Jesus parted from them and was taken up to heaven.” (Luke 24:51)

Pentecost
In Loving Memory of Mercedes Colon

“Then there appeared to them tongues as of fire, which parted and came to rest on each one of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in different tongues, as the Spirit enabled them to proclaim.” (Acts 2:3-4)


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Archives Church Renovation Parish Picnic 2008 St. Gabriel Parish Mardi Gras Ball 2007 In Town Mission 2009 St. Joseph Altar 2009 Stained Glas Window Pictures (NEW GALLERY!) The following story was put together by: Michael Kenney	“The Life of Jesus Christ” A Story Told With Beautiful Stained Glass (Click on each window to view larger image) As you are facing the Altar, the story begins on the left side in the back of the church.
	"THE INCARNATION"
	The Annunciation In Loving Memory of Deacon Kelly "Sonny" Daigle Jr. The angel Gabriel was sent from God… to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph… and the virgin's name was Mary. (Luke 1: 26)	The Nativity In Loving Memory of Anthony & Anita D. Brocato Sr. and C. Paul, Sara & Anthony Brocato Jr. And Joseph too went up from Galilee from the town of Nazareth to… Bethlehem. While they were there, the time came for her to have her child, and she gave birth to her firstborn son. (Luke 2: 4-6)	The Visitation In Loving Memory of Patricia Grehan Pou Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said, "Bblessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. (Luke 1:41-42)
	"THE EARLY YEARS "
	Presentation in the Temple In Honor of St. Joseph for the Protection of Family Life from Dedicated Servants of God “When the days were completed for their purification according to the Law of Moses, they took him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord… and to offer the sacrifice of ‘a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons... Simeon took the child Jesus into his arms and blessed God, saying: ‘Now, Master, you may let your servant go in peace.’… There was also a prophetess, Anna, advanced in years. Coming forward at that very time, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were awaiting the redemption of Jerusalem.” (Luke 2:22-24, 25, 28-29, 36, 38)	The Holy Family In Loving Memory of my husband and son Patrick Henry and Joseph Fisher D'Artois “Jesus went down with them and came to Nazareth, and was obedient to them… and Jesus advanced in wisdom and age and favor before God and man.” (Luke 2:51-52)	Finding Jesus in the Temple In Loving Memory of Dr. and Mrs. Eugene St. Martin & and Family “Not finding him, they returned to Jerusalem to look for him. After three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions, and all who heard him were astonished at his understanding and his answers.” (Luke 2:46-47)
	"THE BEGINNING OF HIS PUBLIC MINISTRY "
	The Wedding Feast at Cana In Loving Memory of Frank & Rosina Trombetta and Frank & Dora Marks “When the wine ran short, the mother of Jesus said to him, ‘They have no wine.’… Jesus told them, ‘Fill the jars with water.’ Then he told them, ‘Draw some out now and take it to the headwaiter.’… The headwaiter called the bridegroom and said to him, ’Everyone serves good wine first, and then when people have drunk freely, and inferior one; but you have kept the good wine until now.’” (John 2:3-10)	The Baptism of Jesus In Thanksgiving for Holy Priests & Religious, Pray for Vocations + Messina Barnard Family “On coming out of the water he saw the heavens being torn open and the Spirit, like a dove, descending upon him. And a voice came from the heavens, ‘You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.’” (Mark 1:10-11)	The Call of the Apostles In Thanksgiving for the Blessings Recieved by the James R. and Farleen Bergeron Family “As Jesus was walking by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon who is called Peter, and his brother Andrew, casting a net into the sea; they were fishermen. He said to them, ‘Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men.’ At once they left their nets and followed him.” (Matthew 4:18-20)
	"HEALING AND FORGIVENESS"
	The Healing of the Blind Man In Loving Memory of J.C. & Zahia Camell, Juanice and Lavoid Holloway and Family “Then Jesus laid hands on his eyes… and he saw clearly; his sight was restored and he could see everything distinctly.” (Mark 8:25)	The Good Shepherd In Honor of the Thomas Carmody Family; All for the Greater Honor and Glory of God “I am the good shepherd, and I know mine and mine know me… and I will lay down my life for the sheep.” (John 10:14-15)	The Prodigal Son In Loving Memory of John Zachary Blanchard III “We must celebrate and rejoice, because your brother was dead and has come to life again; he was lost and has been found.” (Luke 15:32)
	"THE PREACHING AND TEACHING MINISTRY "
	The Miracle of Loaves & Fishes In Honor of the Three Children and Nine Grandchildren of Dorthy and Ray Oden “Andrew, the brother of Simon Peter, said to Jesus, ‘There is a boy here who has five barley loaves and two fish; but what good are these for so many?’ Jesus said, ‘Have the people recline.’… They all ate and were satisfied, and they picked up the fragments left over-- twelve wicker baskets full. Those who ate were about five thousand men, not counting women and children.” (John 6:9-10; Matthew 14:20-21)	The Sermon on the Mount In Loving Memory of Kent and Mary Ellen Upson “When he saw the crowds, he went up the mountain, and after he had sat down, his disciples came to him. He began to teach them, saying, ‘Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:1-3)	Jesus and the Children In Thanksgiving for our many Blessings; The Family of Grace Ellen & Harry Johnson “Jesus said to them, ‘Let the children come to me; do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these…. Then he embraced them and blessed them, placing his hands on them.” (Mark 10:14-16)
	"THE MINISTRY OF SERVICE "
	The Good Samaritan In Loving Memory of Sallie McHugh Lee “Jesus replied… ‘Which of these three, in your opinion, was neighbor to the robbers’ victim?’ He answered, ‘The one who treated him with mercy’ Jesus said to him, ‘Go and do likewise.’” (Luke 10:36-37)	Giving the Keys to Saint Peter In Loving Memory of the Deceased Members of the Pistorius Family “And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” (Matthew 16:18-19)	Jesus Washing the Feet of the Apostles In Thanksgiving; Henry Dalton & Mary Ellen Dean Family “When he had washed their feet… Jesus said to them, ‘Do you realize what I have done for you? I have given you a model to follow, so that as I have done for you, you also should do.’” (John 13:12-15)
	"THE SUFFERING AND DEATH OF JESUS "
	The Agony in the Garden In Loving Memory of Walter Edwin Watts, Jr. “Jesus prayed, saying, ‘Father, if you are willing, take this cup away from me; still, not my will but yours be done.’… He was in such agony and he prayed so fervently that his sweat became like drops of blood falling on the ground.” (Luke 22:42-44)	Jesus Carries His Cross In Loving Memory of Drs. Alice and Joe Holoubek “Then Pilate handed him over to them to be crucified. So they took Jesus, and carrying the cross himself he went out to what is called the Place of the Skull, in Hebrew, Golgotha.” (John 19:16-17)	Jesus is Placed in the Arms of His Mother In Loving Memory of Sam & Marie Feducia and In Honor of Frank & Mary Burroughs “Jesus cried out again in a loud voice, and gave up his spirit…. Taking the body, Joseph wrapped it in clean linen and laid it in his new tomb that he had hewn in the rock.” (Matthew 27:50, 59-60) “Come, all you who pass by the way, look and see whether there is any suffering like my suffering, which has been dealt me when the Lord afflicted me on the day of his blazing wrath. At this I weep, my eyes run with tears: far from me are all who could console me, any who might revive me.” (Lamentations 1:12 and 16)
	"THE COMPLETION OF THE PASCHAL MYSTERY"
	The Resurrection In Loving Memory of John J. Dailey, Jr. “The angel said to the women in reply, ‘Do not be afraid! I know that you are seeking Jesus the crucified. He is not here, for he has been raised just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.’” (Matthew 28:5-6)	The Ascension In Loving Memory of Barry Stephen Lafitte; Eternal Rest Grant Unto Them, O Lord “As he blessed them Jesus parted from them and was taken up to heaven.” (Luke 24:51)	Pentecost In Loving Memory of Mercedes Colon “Then there appeared to them tongues as of fire, which parted and came to rest on each one of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in different tongues, as the Spirit enabled them to proclaim.” (Acts 2:3-4)