Red Pulpit Fall – Descending Dove and Seven Flames | Pentecost

Design Style 1503

This Red Pentecost pulpit fall features a descending dove with seven trailing flames, symbolizing the Holy Spirit bearing fruit in the life of the Church. Designed for Pentecost and festivals of the Holy Spirit, this piece proclaims both divine fire and spiritual transformation.

This pulpit fall was created for Pentecost and Holy Spirit feast days, where the Church celebrates not only the descent of the Spirit, but the visible fruit of that descent in the lives of believers.

At the center, the Holy Spirit descends as a dove, wings outstretched in purposeful motion. Flowing beneath the dove are seven trailing flames, representing the seven Fruits of the Spirit, revealed not as abstract virtues but as living fire produced by the Spirit’s indwelling presence.

The composition moves downward and outward, visually echoing the Pentecost moment itself. The Spirit descends from heaven, and His fire spreads into the Church, shaping hearts, lives, and witness.

Set against a red Pentecost ground, the design recalls the tongues of fire in Acts 2, the boldness of apostolic preaching, and the ongoing work of sanctification within the Body of Christ.

Each pulpit fall is made to order by Ecclesiastical Sewing, using historically grounded symbolism and materials selected for reverent, long-term liturgical use.

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🌿Symbolic Notes and 📜 SCRIPTURE REFERENCES

• The Descending Dove — Represents the Holy Spirit sent from the Father, acting first and empowering the Church for life and mission.
• Trailing Flames - The flames symbolize the Fruits of the Spirit, the visible evidence of the Spirit’s work within believers.
  
• The Number Seven  — The number seven signifies completeness and divine fullness, affirming the Spirit’s perfect and ongoing work.
• Acts 2:3–4 – “Divided tongues as of fire appeared to them.”
• Galatians 5:22–23 – “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace…”
• Romans 8:11 – “The Spirit… gives life.”
• Isaiah 11:2 – “The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him.”

Available Fabrics:

• Luther Rose brocade, - 'Richly symbolic, historically rooted, ideal for confessional Lutheran and Reformation-minded parishes
• Lichfield Brocade - Elegant, timeless, and widely suited for Pentecost and festal use across traditions
• Other Brocade options are available as a custom option

Features: 

• Antique Gold Fringe 
• 2.5" rod pocket standard 
• Standard size 14.5" wide x 32" long
  
• Larger sizes  are available as a custom upgrade 
• Suitable for pulpits, ambos, or lecterns
• Velcro is available as a custom upgrade 
• Ideal for Church anniversaries, Pentecost, Confirmations, Ordinations, Festivals of the Holy Spirit
• Designed and handcrafted by Ecclesiastical Sewing artisans in the USA

Please contact us for:

• Custom sizing options and pricing 
  
• Additional Design options
• Additional Fabric options

NOTE: All vestments are custom made. Please allow 8 to 12 weeks for order lead time. If an item is needed sooner, please contact us.