Red Pentecost Pulpit Fall – Descending Dove and Seven Descending Flames

Design Style 1504

This Red Pentecost pulpit fall features a descending dove accompanied by seven descending flames, symbolizing the Holy Spirit poured out in fullness upon the Church. Designed for Pentecost and festivals of the Holy Spirit, this piece proclaims divine fire, unity, and completion.

This pulpit fall was created for Pentecost and Holy Spirit feast days, where the Church celebrates the Spirit’s descent not as a single moment, but as a full and complete outpouring upon the Body of Christ.

At the center, the Holy Spirit descends as a dove, wings outstretched, moving downward in deliberate motion. Surrounding and following the dove are seven descending flames, each falling from above, visually echoing the tongues of fire described in Acts 2.

Unlike trailing or radiating flames, the vertical descent of all seven flames emphasizes divine initiative. The Spirit comes down from heaven in fullness, not gradually discovered, but freely given. The number seven signifies completeness, perfection, and divine order, reinforcing the totality of the Spirit’s gift to the Church.

Set against a red Pentecost ground, the design recalls fire, zeal, martyrdom, and bold proclamation, anchoring the pulpit as the place where the Spirit’s power is announced through the Word.

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

Part of The Spirit of Glory Collection, celebrating the descent of the Holy Spirit and His complete outpouring upon the Church.

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🌿Symbolic Notes and 📜 SCRIPTURE REFERENCES

• The Descending Dove — Represents the Holy Spirit sent from the Father, descending in peace, authority, and purpose.
• Seven Descending Flames - The flames recall the tongues of fire at Pentecost and signify the fullness of the Spirit’s presence. Their unified downward movement emphasizes divine action and heavenly origin. The number seven represents completion, perfection, and sacred fullness, affirming that nothing is lacking in the Spirit’s gift to the Church.
• Red Color -  Red is the liturgical color of Pentecost, representing fire, zeal, martyrdom, and the living energy of the Spirit within the Church
• Brocade Options — Luther Rose or Lichfield, both rich in texture and symbolism
• Suitable for pulpit or lectern use, especially during Pentecost
• Acts 2:3–4 – “Divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and rested on each one.”
• Isaiah 11:2 – “The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him.”
• Romans 8:11 – “The Spirit… gives life.”
• Revelation 4:5 – “Seven torches of fire, which are the seven spirits of God.”

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.