The Lakota Episcopalian Ritual Society is identifiable by the seal and flag, whose elements are rooted in hundreds and, ultimately, thousands of years of Lakota and Christian history. They show the Society’s allegiance to both the Lakota Nation and the Episcopal Church and the traditions of both. The flag displays the seal, with the name of the Society and eagle feathers.

The seal features most prominently a silhouetted Niobrara cross, which is the symbol of Lakota and Dakota Episcopalians going back to the late 19th century. Designed by Bishop William Hobart Hare, it was given as a sign of tribal Episcopalians’ baptism. The nine-cross grouping on the top left are from the Episcopal flag and represent the adherence of the Society to the rites of the Episcopal Church. The symbol on the top right represents the sacred hoop of life, the Lakota symbol of unity and balance (it may be called a “medicine wheel” as well). The pipe, chalice and host represent the two sides of the Society’s practices, Lakota and Episcopalian.

The flag, seen below, is blue and white, colors which represent heaven/spirit and clarity, respectively.