God’s Glass

The Vision

Faith, Freedom & the Founding of a Nation in Glass

Step into Washington Memorial Chapel and witness a vivid story told in stained glass. Conceived by Rev. W. Herbert Burk and crafted by Nicola D’Ascenzo, these thirteen windows illuminate the intertwined legacy of Christianity and American liberty. Each window offers a rich visual and spiritual journey through history, theology, and nationhood.

Explore stained glass as a window into faith, sacrifice, and liberty.

These windows are glorious with the colors of heaven and they record the story of faith and hope and love….back of them are the miracles of Providence more wonderful by far than anything which man has planned or wrought.

—Rev. W. Herbert Burk (1929)

Nicola D’Ascenzo

Stained Glass Master

From immigrant apprentice to renowned stained glass visionary, Nicola D’Ascenzo brought beauty, history, and faith to life through the windows of Washington Memorial Chapel and beyond.

Discover the Visionary Who Brought God’s Glass to Life

Featured Window:

The George Washington Window

The George Washington window honors the enduring legacy of our nation’s first president, depicted in reverent detail and vibrant stained glass. A symbol of leadership, faith, and resilience, the window connects visitors to the spirit of Valley Forge and the birth of American freedom.

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allow the light of history and faith to shine through every pane.