The second window of the Abraham triplet shows Abraham with a staff and sky of stars.  This depicts the call of Abraham.  It also recalls the threefold promise that God made to Abraham: descendants, a promised land, and blessings for all the families of the earth.  (Gen 12:1-3) Each part of this promise was ultimately raised to covenant status by God and resulted in Abraham becoming the first member of God’s Chosen People or Family. (Gen 15, 17, 22)  The stars specifically recalled God’s promise to Abraham that he would have more descendants than the stars of the sky or the sand of the seashore. (Gen 15:5)  Although not depicted here, the sign of God’s covenant was circumcision. (Gen to 17: 9-14)  The staff is a symbol of both Abraham’s leadership and authority, as well as God’s protection.  The fact that Abraham shared in God’s authority and that he was an ancestor of Jesus foretells the blessings that will come through his lineage to the entire human race.
 
 
 
 

Introduction
Abraham ( 1   2    3)  Readings/Reflections
Moses     ( 1   2   3)  Readings/Reflections
Jesus        (1   2   3)   Readings/Reflections
Church     (1   2   3)   Readings/Reflections
Conclusion