Arms of the Prairie Christian Academy Society
Arms of the Prairie Christian Academy Society
Blazon
Azure a base of three hills surmounted by a Latin cross throughout all within a bordure Or;
Symbolism
The three hills allude to the municipality of Three Hills, Alberta, the location of the school. The central cross stands for the Christian faith, and the border symbolizes a framework within which the school offers education.
Crest of the Prairie Christian Academy Society
Blazon
Issuant from a circlet of acorns and hills Or a dove alighting wings open and addorsed Argent;
Symbolism
The acorns symbolize potential in the young to grow into strength through faith and patience, and the three hills allude to the location of the school. The dove is a symbol of the Holy Spirit (Matthew 3:16).
Motto of the Prairie Christian Academy Society
Blazon
VITAS TRANSFIGURANS,
Symbolism
This Latin phrase, meaning “Transforming lives,” identifies the purpose of the school, and is based on Romans 12:2: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”
Supporters of the Corporation of the Prairie Christian Academy Society
Blazon
Dexter a paschal lamb Or its flagstaff Azure, sinister a lion Or holding an open book proper bound Azure, both standing on a foundation stone proper;
Symbolism
The lamb and the lion symbolize Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God (John 1:29) and the Lion of the tribe of Judah (Revelation 5:5). The stone also represents Jesus Christ as a Christian’s foundation (Matthew 25:34).
