Glen Rose, Texas
Casa Del Rey
A sanctuary of stained glass and stillness — where Spanish Colonial craft frames the most sacred of moments.
A sanctuary of stained glass and stillness — where Spanish Colonial craft frames the most sacred of moments.
As you walk through Casa del Rey — "House of the King" — you will see representations of John's encounter found in Revelation 4. This sacred space offers a place of worship and a transformative experience, guiding visitors through a profound spiritual narrative inspired by the celestial visions of the book of Revelation.
Incredible stained glass throughout, crafted by Granbury artisan Cody Stromberg over nine months.
Classic Spanish Colonial architecture with indoor seating for ceremonies and worship.
Every detail — from windows to floor tiles to pew crowns — depicts Jesus' Throne Room.
John's vision begins with Jesus standing before the throne, surrounded by radiant colors — jasper, carnelian, and ruby, emitting light that transcends the splendor of earthly jewels. The brilliance emanating from behind His throne is likened to an emerald rainbow, a testament to His sovereignty and covenant.
Direct your gaze towards the rear of the chapel. The vivid ruby red center symbolizes Jesus as John described Him. From this deep red core, a luminous emerald light radiates, casting brilliant beams that traverse across all the side windows.
"At once I was in the Spirit, and there before me was a throne in heaven with someone sitting on it. And the one who sat there had the appearance of jasper and ruby. A rainbow that shone like an emerald encircled the throne."Revelation 4:2-3 NIV
Surrounding Jesus' throne are 24 elders seated upon thrones encircling Him. As the living creatures extol praise, the elders lay down their crowns before Jesus in an act of profound humility and reverence, acknowledging His worthiness to receive glory, honor, and power.
Notice the tiles inscribed with "holy." Within this arrangement, observe 24 distinct tiles portraying the elders in deep reverence, their faces turned towards the ground. Each elder lays their crown at Jesus' feet. Amidst the elders, notice tongues of fire symbolizing the Holy Spirit — where two tiles align, the flames converge to form the outline of a dove.
The envisioned concept extends to the entirety of the floor being adorned with representations of crowns. Imagining individuals entering Jesus' throne room, the symbolic gesture is to lay down anything of value — metaphorical crowns — at His feet as an act of reverence and honor.
Elements within Casa del Rey that echo this symbolism:
This notion encapsulates the essence of "casting crowns" — a symbolic act of offering one's utmost reverence and humility before the divine presence.
The proclamation of the eternal nature of Jesus resounds through the throne room, declaring Him as the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End.
Gaze upon the striking Quatrefoil-shaped windows at the chapel's forefront. These windows encapsulate the Alpha and Omega, depicted in bold black hues signifying the absence of anything beyond Jesus' creation — intricately laced with the same rich ruby red shade that John described.
"I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End."Revelation 22:13 NIV
The vision encapsulated in Revelation 4 paints a profound image of Jesus Christ's majesty and eternal nature — inspiring everyone who visits to contemplate the eternal sovereignty of Jesus Christ.
Come walk with us through Casa Del Rey and experience the divine majesty portrayed in every detail. A true Texas wedding chapel, Casa Del Rey seats 180 guests for chapel weddings, christian ceremonies, worship services, and intimate celebrations.