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The large tapestry behind the altar was first displayed Sunday, December 15, 1974. It represents many hours of thought and work from many people in the community who contributed generously to this labor of love.

The idea first originated early in the (previous) year as a memorial to Jack Knightly. We wanted the theme, to reflect the spirit of our community, And that turned out to be the most difficult aspect of the project for we quickly discovered how varied our ideas, goals and aspirations were. It was this aspect of the community - being unique yet united - that led to the concept of a cross emanating rays.

The plain white cross represents the redemption which unites us all in a common Brotherhood. It is there for us to partake in whether we choose to do so or not. The colors, sizes, shapes, textures and designs - just as this community is formed by a mosaic of people with complex personalities, moods, interests, goals and needs.
We each individually contribute our own unique presence to the spirit of this community. Some of us are bold and dynamic...others quiet and gentle. Some are sunny yellows, energetic reds, soothing greens, angry oranges or sad blues. Some of us are sensitive, dreamy velvets white others are pragmatic, wash- and-wear denims.

No one piece of fabric by itself is any more important than the others around it, just as each of us can enhance the lives of those we touch by our love and concern. To take away apiece would be to detract from the whole. Some of the rays have been deliberately left unfinished to indicate that our participation in the redemption, as in the community, is not yet complete. It is left to your imagination to wonder how magnificent His redemption will be at its fullest and to wonder how much more we as a community can grow.

Many of the individual pieces have specific significance for those who donated them. If you were unable to add a personal contribution you can choose one in your mind that you think best symbolizes you -and feel free to change your mind as you grow and change.

A tapestry is made up of fabric forming a picture of life. We are the fabric of this tapestry and it reflects a picture of us.  We hope you like what you see.

Carol A. Lucido