Explore the rich symbols of All Saints’ Day—from candles and crowns to white stoles and memorial displays—that make this holy day meaningful in worship. Discover creative visual connections for churches, including altar textiles, clergy stoles, and intergenerational practices. We also highlight Wassily Kandinsky’s public domain painting All Saints Day I (1911), offering thought-provoking questions to deepen reflection on the communion of saints. Perfect for pastors, worship leaders, and faith communities seeking inspiration for All Saints’ Day worship planning.

Discover the depth of the Lenten season through our thoughtfully designed clergy stoles. Each stole in the Carrot Top Studio Lenten collection weaves together meaningful symbols—palms, crosses, wilderness imagery, and rich purples (and more!)—to reflect themes of sacrifice, renewal, and spiritual preparation. With handcrafted details and intentional storytelling, these stoles are designed to enhance worship and visually connect congregations to the journey toward Easter. Explore the collection and find a stole that speaks to the heart of your ministry this Lent.

As we look toward Ordinary Time in the liturgical calendar, we embark on a season of profound spiritual depth and exploration. Contrary to its name, Ordinary Time is anything but mundane; it is a period of growth, reflection, and the celebration of the Christian journey. In this blog post, we delve into the significance of Ordinary Time and how it provides a fertile ground for a diverse array of themes and symbols to adorn clergy stoles, enriching the worship experience and deepening our connection with the sacred.

The tree of Jesse tradition during Advent and Christmas makes a great visual connection in worship.