Michael Cornelis Coomans

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MICHAEL CORNELIS COOMANS

Born : June 5, 1933
Deceased : May 6, 1992

Bishop of Samarinda, 1987-1992

Arms of Michael Cornelis Coomans

Official blazon

Origin/meaning

The shape of the shield is they type used by the Dayak people of Borneo, where the diocese is situated. The cross indicates that the church has to grow within the Dayak culture. The colours and decorations are Dayak items, the A and Ω, mitre and crosier are Christian symbols.

The motto indicates that the bishop wants to bring joy and happiness to the Dayak people.


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Literature : Designed by the bishop, letter from the bishop, 1989