Our Blessed Lady Has Come to Me (1883)

Stricken with fever, ten-year-old Theresa was confined to her bed. Her sister cared for her constantly. Her illness was grave and hope was waning among her family members. A statue of our lady was by her bedside and it was to her that Theresa prayed and sought comfort. The statue became animated and Our Lady smiled on Theresa with a countenance of divine beauty that penetrated to her very soul. Suddenly she was free of fever and filled with happiness at having been visited by Our Lady.

The stained glass portrays the moment the fever has vanished and the young girl realizes the gift she has received. Her hands are clasped in a prayer of Thanksgiving. The moment is so fresh that her sister is still unaware of the miracle that has happened before her downcast eyes.