Gary Anthony Franken

GARY ANTHONY FRANKEN

Born : September 25, 1962
Deceased :

Bishop of Saint Paul, Alberta, 2022-present

Origin/meaning

The shield is quartered, representing the four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.

The sword, symbolizes God's "message of truth that pierces our hearts The rose is a symbol of the Virgin Mary, but also symbolises the Holy Rosary Cathedral in his hometown of Vancouver. Additionally, the rose is flanked by two tulips dedicated to honouring his beloved parents'Dutch heritage.

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