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Saltire Cross
Saltire Cross, the Cross of Humility.
We consider the apostle Andrew, who requested his executioner's use a cross different from Jesus' cross because of humility.
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Saltire Cross
The first Apostle. Fisherman. Brother of Simon Peter. Follower of John the Baptist. Went through life leading people to Jesus, both before and after the Crucifixion. Missionary in Asia Minor and Greece, and possibly areas in modern Russia and Poland. Martyred on an saltire (x-shaped) cross, he is said to have preached for two days from it.
Born
at Bethsaida
Died
crucified on a saltire (x-shaped) cross in Greece
Name Meaning
strong, manly
Patronage
Achaia, Amalfi Italy, anglers, Burgundy, diocese of Constantinople, fish dealers, fish mongers, fishermen, gout, Greece, maidens, old maids, Patras Greece, Russia, Scotland, singers, sore throats, spinsters, University of Patras, unmarried women, women who wish to become mothers
Representation
fish; fishing net; man bound to a cross; man preaching from a cross; preacher holding some fish; Saint Andrew's cross; saltire (x-shaped) cross ,
After Andrew had stayed with Jesus and had learned much from him, he did not keep this treasure to himself, but hastened to share it with his brother Peter. Notice what Andrew said to him: "We have found the Messiah, that is to say, the Christ." Notice how his words reveal what he has learned in so short a time. They show the power of the master who has convinced them of this truth. Andrew's words reveal a soul waiting with the utmost longing for the coming of the Messiah, looking forward to his appearing from heaven, rejoicing when he does appear, and hastening to announce to great an event to others. To support one another in the things of the spirit is the true sign of good will between brothers, loving kinship and sincere affection.
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Tau Cross
The cross behind the arms is actually the letter 'T' or 'tau' which is the last letter of the Hebrew alphabet.
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Anchor Cross
March 19th Lenten Service's theme is the Anchor Cross, the Cross of Hope. Christian hope is an anchor to lean on in these troubled times.
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