Arms of George David Parson
Arms of George David Parson
Blazon
Per pale Gules and Argent three Canterbury crosses counterchanged;
Symbolism
Red and white are the colours of Canada. The three crosses refer to the Holy Trinity, to the three sons of Mr. Parson's father, John, David and Mark, and to Mr. Parson's three children, Christopher, Sara and Katherine. The Canterbury cross is associated with Anglicanism, and therefore refers to Mr. Parson's identity as an Anglican Christian and his editorship of the Huron Church News.
Crest of George David Parson
Blazon
Issuant from a circlet of maple leaves Gules, a swan naiant Argent charged with a Canterbury cross Gules;
Symbolism
The maple leaves symbolize Mr. Parson's Canadian heritage, the swan, his residence in and contributions to Stratford, Ontario, and the cross links the crest to the arms design. Swans are a feature of the Avon River in Stratford, and three appear on the coat of arms of Stratford.
Motto of George David Parson
Blazon
GROW IN GRACE;
Symbolism
GROW IN GRACE is a phrase used by the Bishop of Chicago at Mr. Parson's confirmation service.
