First Presbyterian Church of Osawatomie

THE MAJORITY OF OUR PRESBYTERIAN

LOGO IS A CROSS REPRESENTING

JESUS’ CONFRONTATION OF

THE UNJUST POWERS OF HIS

DAY .

Who Might They Say That Presbyterians are?

The Bible as our Focus

An open Bible symbolizes the Presbyterian’s respect for and study of scriptures in our English language as well as in the original languages of Hebrew (Old Testament) and Greek (New Testament)

The Spirit as A Mysterious Gift

The descending dove symbolizes the Holy Spirit which envelopes our community. We believe the Spirit helps us to understand scripture, our world and one another.

Interpretation in Community

The lecturn and pulpit are

symbols of the sanctuary

in which our community

gathers to sing, pray,

think and fellowship.

Presbyterians believe

that it is in community

that we have the greatest

ability to undersand what

God is inviting us to do.

The Passion that is Kindled

Flames are

symbols of

passion and

insight that lead

people to strive

toward faithful

living in their

circumstances.

Can You Imagine the Triangle?

Though not visible, the

geometry of the triangle is

part of the strength of our

symbol.

The triangle reminds us of the

democratic structure of the

Presbyterian Church

(U.S.A) where authority is

divided among ministers,

members and the larger

church made up of

Presbyteries, Synods and

General Assembly.

Communion and Baptism

The fish and the cup signify Jesus’ ministry to those who hungered as well as times when he was hosted in people’s homes. Especially, we remember his last supper among his disciples before his crucifixion. Jesus’ attention to table is a foundation for our celebration of the Lord’s Supper.

Communion and Baptism

The lower symbol is likened to a baptismal font at which both children and adults are baptized. There is no one stage of life that Presbyterians require baptism. Further, in respect and humility, Presbyterians honor the baptism of any other denomination.