Church dedicates stained-glass windows to fomer pastors

Bethel Presbyterian Church dedicated two new stained-glass windows to two beloved former pastors during the church’s annual homecoming service Aug. 23. The windows were named in honor of the late Rev. Dr. James Sprunt and the Rev. Clifford “Kip” Caldwell for their long pastorates (11 and 23 years, respectively) from the late 1950s to the early 1990s.




The windows, two of five new windows recently installed, were the work of Dixon Studio of Staunton. The beautifully rendered glass was augmented by a new viewing area completed by David D. Turner, a carpenter/craftsman of Stuarts Draft, and by flooring provided by Wade’s Floor Covering and Interiors, also of Stuarts Draft. New brick and masonry work was completed by Elmer Miller.

After a worship service and inspiring sermon delivered by guest minister, the Rev. April Cranford, associate pastor at Tinkling Spring Presbyterian Church of Fishersville, a dedication service to the glory of God and to the honor of the ministries of the two former pastors was conducted outdoors near the new windows.

Melvina Busby, wife of the late Dr. Sprunt, and family, and the Rev. Caldwell and his family were present to receive the honors for their ministries. Representatives of Shenandoah Presbytery also attended.

A fellowship meal for the congregation followed the service.