Chapel Doors

A dove--symbol justified by her name as for her homonyms Cordua and Colmbre. In honor of Mother Columba Stack (February 18, 1888-February 19, 1960), Novice mistress and fourth Mother General.

Fish with heads out of the water--symbol St. Anthony is preaching before them. In honor of Father Anthony Kroeger (January 25, 1854-May 25, 1921), first spiritual director of Sisters of St. Joseph in Tipton. 

Palms--symbol represent martyrdoms. In honor of Sister Mary Aloysia (Marguerite) Shields (February 22, 1870-December 14, 1930) an early member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Tipton, entering in 1893.

Papal mitre--symbol a sign of priesthood. In honor of Father Leo D. Faurote (August 24, 1883 November 26, 1954), Chaplain 1940-1954. Father Faurote has the longest tenure as chaplain.

Eagle and Book--symbol for his Gospels. In honor of Bishop John G. Bennett (January 20, 1891-November 20, 1957), Bishop John F. Noll (January 25, 1875–July 31, 1956) and Bishop John J. Carberry (July 31, 1904–June 17, 1998). 

Hand on chest, globe of fire--symbol. In honor of Sister Mary de Sales Burns (June 12, 1864-December 28, 1934), founded visitation nurses, patron of community, pioneer sister. 

Open heart--symbol in which child Jesus is seen. In honor of Mother Gertrude Moffitt (December 4, 1852-April 28, 1916), Foundress & Teacher.

An  angel is putting in His heart an arrow in flames. In honor of Sister Theresa Thistlewaite (1859-January 8, 1929), co-foundress. Watch a video about St. Teresa and Theresa Thistelwaite with Fr. David Huemmer.

Vessel & Lily. In honor of Mother Mary Xavier Donahue (October 26, 1866-May 19, 1939), second Mother General and teacher.

Scissors--symbol with which his breasts were cut. Thunder. Fire. In honor of Mother Agatha Roswog (November 9, 1876-November 18, 1959), third Mother General during Great Depression.

Stole and crucifix--symbol for his preaching. In honor of Sister Mary Vincent Toursher, (1896-November 6, 1925), first nurse.