Altar Baldachin and Sanctuary
Cathedral of St. Paul
St. Paul, Minnesota
On the ceiling of the sanctuary, you will see a painting of a dove. This symbol of the Holy Spirit reminds us of God's grace and love pouring out on us. Below the dome you find seven paintings, each figure representing one of the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit (from left to right): knowledge, counsel, understanding, piety, wisdom, fear of the Lord and fortitude. Below each painting is a stained-glass window. Each window depicts an Archangel holding a medallion, which represents one of the sacraments of the Catholic Church: (from left to right) Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Orders, Eucharist, Matrimony, Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick. These windows are the work of renowned stained-glass artist Charles J. Connick.
