KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Hovering over the high altar at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic church is a golden crown symbolizing Mother Mary’s ascension into heaven.
The golden crown is said to be the inspiration for the famous Hallmark crown logo.
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According to Father Leonard Gicheru, the founder of Hallmark JC Halls frequented Our Lady of Sorrows in downtown Kansas City.
“What I’ve heard is that JC Halls…used to come here in this church for quiet moments in prayer,” Ghicheru said. “The crown being the centerpiece of our church somehow inspired him to think about the logo of his company.”…