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RALPH WALKER NICKLESS
Born : May 28, 1947
Deceased :
Bishop of Sioux City, 2006-Present
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Origin/meaning
As common in US episcopal heraldry, the arms show the arms of the diocese impaled with the personal arms of the bishop.
The design of the cross and circles is taken from the embroidery and applique of a priestly vestment, a chasuble, worn by St. John Vianney. St. John Vianney, on whose feast Bishop Nickless was ordained a priest, is the Patron Saint of Parish Priests and the Patron of Bishop Nickless' childhood parish and school. Bishop Nickless has always looked to this Saint as a model and inspiration in his priesthood, desiring to be a holy priest for God's holy people through the maternal mediation of Mary, the Mother of God and of Priests. St. Mary is also symbolised by the letter M and crown.
In the quarters that are formed by the outlined cross are four Colorado columbine blossoms. These images of the State Flower of Colorado represent Bishop Nickless' life and priestly ministry in Colorado.
For his episcopal motto, Bishop Nickless has chosen the phrase: SPEAK THE TRUTH IN LOVE. By the use of these words from St Paul's Letter to the Ephesians (Eph. 4:15), he wants to express how his teaching as bishop will be nothing other than the truth of Christ and His Church.
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