Kikuyu gospel singer-turned-preacher Mary Lincon has once again stirred intense conversation online after sharing a photo of herself in a blue-and-white priestly robe featuring a winged figure that many Kenyans struggled to identify in what quickly became a viral topic across social platforms.
The celebrated minister, who this year opened her own church after focusing fully on her spiritual journey, posted the image during a worship moment where she was kneeling at the pulpit with her hands lifted, but instead of the prayer scene grabbing attention, it was the symbol on her robe that sparked curiosity and confusion among fans.
The garment displayed a cross with a flying creature above it, complete with wide-spread wings and what appeared to be a halo, yet countless Kenyans argued that the symbol looked nothing like the dove commonly used in Christian symbolism to represent peace and the Holy Spirit.
Social media users flooded the comment sections with mixed interpretations, with some insisting the figure resembled an owl, others claiming it looked like a masonic emblem, and a few even suggesting it had a ghost-like appearance that made them uncomfortable.
Some of the comments ranged from warnings to lighthearted jokes, as one user urged Mary to “take care who they make you worship,” while others insisted “this is not a dove,” sparking a wider debate about the meaning and origin of the design on her priestly attire.
the reactions, Mary has not responded to the concerns, instead continuing with her ministry work just days after she paid a heartfelt tribute to the late gospel singer Betty Bayo, recalling Bayo’s recent visit to her church in Ruiru where they worshipped and sang together before her sudden passing.
Fans who saw Mary’s post mourning Bayo expressed shock at how vibrant and joyful the singer appeared during her last public moments, noting that her death served as a reminder of how unpredictable life can be and how many people carry silent battles unknown to the world.
By Nairobi