Arms of John Henry Penfold
Arms of John Henry Penfold
Blazon
Or a chevron Sable, its apex terminating in a Latin cross Gules, between three peewits (northern lapwings) proper;
Symbolism
The Canadian Heraldic Authority does not have confirmed symbolism for this emblem. The following comments are hypotheses only. The cross refers to Father Penfold’s avocation as a Roman Catholic priest.
Crest of John Henry Penfold
Blazon
A pine tree fructed proper issuant from a palisade Or;
Symbolism
The Canadian Heraldic Authority does not have confirmed symbolism for this emblem. The following comments are hypotheses only. The palisade makes a pun on the name Penfold, an Old English word meaning “walled enclosure.” The palisade and pine tree can be found in the crests of several Penfold families.
Motto of John Henry Penfold
Blazon
UNUM OVILE ET UNUS PASTOR;
Symbolism
This Latin phrase meaning “One fold and one shepherd,” taken from the Gospel of St. John (10:16), makes an additional canting reference on the name Penfold.
