Advent 17

The boy Jesus in the temple

 A dear friend invited me to attend the annual Messiah concert in New Bern at Centenary Methodist Church. I'd never been in their sanctuary before - what stunning windows! Above is the west window, with the afternoon sun coming in.
Below is the east window. During a Sunday morning service I imagine it would be brilliant with light.

 The west window again:

 The sanctuary, before the choir and orchestra entered:

 A church member advised me to go find their chapel and see the stained glass in there as well, so I did. I entered a room that took my breath away with its warm golden walls and sense of worship.

The afternoon performance is actually a dress rehearsal, which was quite fun -- listening to the conductor's corrections and commendations. It was another music-filled day, and now (on Tuesday) I'm ready to stay home and paint quietly.