•The large letter "M" – Mary as Mother, Mediatrix.
•Cross and bar – Jesus' Cross of Redemption. Interleaving of the M and the cross shows Mary’s close involvement with Jesus, which also implied her role as mediatrix
•12 stars – 12 Apostles; also recall the vision of Saint John as experienced in Book of Revelation 12:1: "And a great sign appeared in heaven: A woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars"
•Left Heart – The Sacred Heart of Jesus, who died for the sins of humankind.
•Right Heart – The Immaculate Heart of Mary, who intercedes for sinners.
•Flames around both hearts – The burning love Jesus and Mary have for all people