MARY QUEEN OF HEAVEN


photo - St. Peter Cathedral collection

 

he west transept window honors the Mother, Queen of Heaven, featuring Mary, angels, cherubs, and the symbols of Mary: the gate of heaven, a star and crescent, fleur de lis, the pierced heart, lilies, bee hives, and books.  Below these, are six of the Apostles: Thomas, Matthew, James the Greater, Jude, Simon, and Matthias.  At the bottom, more symbols of Mary include a fountain, the Ave Maria, and an anchor.