Our Emblem

• The rhombus (lozenge) is the two-sided triangular symbol that is the base of the emblem. This symbol represents a unity of the two concepts of the Kingdom of God, and the Kingdom within. Another way of looking at this is through Panentheism, or God as transcendent AND immanent (Luke 17:21).
• The black half-circle represents change (Ephesians 4:22-24).
• The two obelisks have dual meanings.
1. The first is the two natures of Christ, representing his divine nature and his humanity.
2. The second represents the two pillars of the AACA, one firmly in the Christian tradition and the other in the spirit of the city of Alexandria.
• The eye at the top of the obelisks is the “Eye of Providence,” and symbolizes that our actions and the actions of our community is seen by God.
• The pentacle on the dexter side of the emblem: This symbol has several meanings, and for the context of the AACA it represents the five elements of earth, air, fire, water, and spirit along with the five directions (from the main liturgy) of east, west, north, south, and within. It also symbolizes ancient wisdom ensconced within the spirit of Alexandria.
• The cross on the sinister side of the emblem: This is the classical symbol of Christianity and being an empty cross, it represents that Jesus Christ is no longer on the cross, but has been taken down and has resurrected. Our spirituality is not isolated to Good Friday.
• The black half-circle represents change (Ephesians 4:22-24).
• The two obelisks have dual meanings.
1. The first is the two natures of Christ, representing his divine nature and his humanity.
2. The second represents the two pillars of the AACA, one firmly in the Christian tradition and the other in the spirit of the city of Alexandria.
• The eye at the top of the obelisks is the “Eye of Providence,” and symbolizes that our actions and the actions of our community is seen by God.
• The pentacle on the dexter side of the emblem: This symbol has several meanings, and for the context of the AACA it represents the five elements of earth, air, fire, water, and spirit along with the five directions (from the main liturgy) of east, west, north, south, and within. It also symbolizes ancient wisdom ensconced within the spirit of Alexandria.
• The cross on the sinister side of the emblem: This is the classical symbol of Christianity and being an empty cross, it represents that Jesus Christ is no longer on the cross, but has been taken down and has resurrected. Our spirituality is not isolated to Good Friday.