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The crosslet behind the shield is marked with the ermine patterning which comes from the coat of arms of the [[Diocese of Cleveland]], where Bishop Walkowiak was ordained a priest for that diocese and served as its vice chancellor for 20 years. The ermine tincture is found both on the family coat of arms of Moses Cleaveland, who founded the city of Cleveland, and in its adaptation made by the Diocese of Cleveland in 1847. | The crosslet behind the shield is marked with the ermine patterning which comes from the coat of arms of the [[Diocese of Cleveland]], where Bishop Walkowiak was ordained a priest for that diocese and served as its vice chancellor for 20 years. The ermine tincture is found both on the family coat of arms of Moses Cleaveland, who founded the city of Cleveland, and in its adaptation made by the Diocese of Cleveland in 1847. | ||
The motto Gratias Agite | The motto Gratias Agite Domino means “Give thanks to the Lord.” It comes from his patron saint, King David, who penned these words as part of the 118th psalm. It’s a song of joy for salvation, a hymn of gratitude and praise “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his love endures forever.” (Psalm 118:1) [NAB] | ||
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