Gary Wayne Janak

GARY WAYNE JANAK

Born : March 22, 1962
Deceased :

Auxiliary bishop of San Antonio, 2021-present; Titular Bishop of Dionysiana

Origin/meaning

The blue field represents the Living Water promised by Jesus for those who ask for it and is also the traditional color of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It includes a fishing net that recalls Jesus' call to the disciples to "put out into the deep water and let down your nets for a catch," It also alludes to the coastal city of Palacios, Bishop Janak 's hometown.

The crescent moon taken from the coat of arms of the Diocese of Victoria where Janak was ordained a priest, represents tbe South Texas region of the Golden Crescent. It points upward, symbolic of his journey north from the Diocese of Victoria to the Archdiocese or San Antonio.. Silver in color, the crescent recalls the one beneath the feet of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and her gentle rule in things both in heaven and on earth.

The gold band at top of the shield represents the presence of God over creation. In it are symbols for the Holy Family. For Saint Joseph: a lily and carpenter's square. Shown interlocked, they are symbolic of the inseparable unity between Saint Joseph's work and his purity. It also recalls Bishop Janak's father, Joseph. It is also a reminder for the importance and dignity or human labor.

At the middle is the Sacred Heart of Jesus encompassed by a crown of thorns on fire with love. This is a traditional devotion in Czech homes and recalls Janak's heritage and spirituality.

The rose honours the Blessed Virgin Mary under her title, Our Lady of Guadalupe. The rose also recalls Bishop Janak's mother, Rose Marie, and his hometown of Palacios, a community with a deep devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

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