Church seeks memorial sponsors for window restorations

Georgetown Presbyterian Church is currently engaged in a project to restore and refurbish the historic windows in its sanctuary.

Located on North Bedford Street, three blocks from The Circle in Georgetown, the church was established in 1859 on the cusp of the Civil War. In 1872, the first church building was dedicated.

Although the structure has been substantially altered in recent years, the original windows remain in place, but they need repairs. The windows consist of large frosted panes, the better to let in light to the sanctuary in the days before electricity.

Notably, at the top of each window is a panel of red stained glass, thought to symbolize the flames of Pentecost. There are 10 windows in the main church sanctuary and an additional 21 in other parts of the building. The restoration will provide new wooden framing for the windows and cover them with transparent protective panels.

To fund the restoration costs, the church is seeking donors who would like to create a long-lasting memorial to honor a departed family member or a beloved friend. Those who underwrite the restoration may dedicate the window in the name of someone they wish to honor. A plaque by each window will identify the person or persons being memorialized.

A contribution of $4,000 will provide for a sanctuary window refurbishing and its naming for an individual or family. Contributions of $1,000 will cover the cost and naming of other first-floor windows. Smaller donations are also welcome. Funds raised in the community will be matched by New Castle Presbytery. All contributions must be received by Monday, Dec. 15.

To learn more, call the church office at 302-856-6842.