Roman Catholic Diocese of Winona - Arms

Arms

Arms of Roman Catholic Diocese of Winona
Notes Arms was designed and adopted when the diocese was erected
Adopted 1889
Escutcheon The arms of the diocese are composed of a rose on a diamond, supported by a cross
Symbolism The Indian name "Winona" can be translated "fairest daughter of the tribe" -- a name which for Catholics describes Mary. Her "mystical rose" thus appears on a diamond (symbol of virgins), supported by the cross

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