Altars
Our Altar is made of black granite and cherry wood. The use of the stone and wood in the altar design is intended to remind us that the altar stands as the place of our shared meal, wherein we become what we consume, the body of Christ. Relics of three saints reside within the base: St. Therese of Lisieux (1873-1897), the patron of mis
Our Altar is made of black granite and cherry wood. The use of the stone and wood in the altar design is intended to remind us that the altar stands as the place of our shared meal, wherein we become what we consume, the body of Christ. Relics of three saints reside within the base: St. Therese of Lisieux (1873-1897), the patron of missions for Alaska; St. Louise de Marillac (1591-1660), co-founder along with St. Vincent de Paul of the daughters of charity; and St. Eugene de Mazenod (1782-1861), Bishop of Marseilles and founder of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate.
Ambo is the table of the word, located behind the altar and one step up, ensuring that the entire assembly will be able to see, hear and receive the proclamation of God's word in liturgy.
The Baptismal Font is common to have catholics putting their fingers in the Holy Water as they enter church and making the sign of the cross. The font is designed to accommodate full immersion baptisms common at the Easter Vigil.
