On 8 April 1874, the church seal was first created, evolving from a legal implement into an iconic logo. It originally featured symbols like a lion, a lamb, a child, a palm tree, three continents, and laurel leaves. Over time, it has undergone several iterations, each holding deep significance for church members globally. Andrew Bolton shares the history of the church seal along with a personal testimony of its impact on his life and the church as a whole. So grab a cup of something warm and settle in for an enlightening journey through its evolution.

Intro and Outro music used with permission:

“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308.                                 

“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).

All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.

NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today’s world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.