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Church Terms
theology church terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| tabernacle | sacred place where the body of Christ is stored |
| sanctuary | front part of the church where all the important part of the mass will take place |
| sacristy | the room off of the sanctuary where the priest prepares himself physically and spiritually |
| credence table | table located in the sanctuary where all the mass items are kept |
| cruets | two glass containers that hold water in wine |
| ciborium | dish with lid that contains concerted Host, stored in the tabernacle |
| lavabo dish | dish that the priest washes his hands over top |
| chalice | priest’s cup where the wine/blood is |
| altar | table |
| corporal | white square cloth located on the altar; usually has a red cross in the corner |
| sacramentary | contains the prayers used for mass |
| lectionary | the book that the readings are taken out of |
| cantor | the lead singer at mass |
| lector | the reader at mass |
| pulpit | podium where the lector, deacon, and priest read the mass readings |
| Sacristy Light (candle) | candle that is lit when the consecrated host is in the tabernacle |
| chasuble | the outer garment worn by the priest; changes colors based on the liturgical year |
| stole | scarf like garment the the priest wears; comes down below the knee |
| alb | white robe that is below the chasuble and stole |
| dalmatic | outer garment worn by the deacon |
| pyx | a small container used to transport hosts to the homebound |
| monstrance | crucifix used during adoration that has a host in it |
| lunette | glass container that holds the Eucharist for adoration |
| purficator | cloth used to wipe the chalice after someone has consumed the blood of Christ |
| crosier | bishop’s staff |
| miter | high hat worn by the bishop |
| paten | dish-like used by the priest where the concetration takes place |
| Easter candle | candle lit at funerals, baptism, and Easter |
| baptismal fount | contains holy water used for baptisms and holy water |
| zuchetto | circular hat worn by the bishop |
| pall | cover that is used to cover the chalice |
| incense | fragrant substance used as a symbol of offering prayers to God |
| relics | some objects, notably a part of the body or clothes, remaining as a memorial to a departed saint |
| lay people | nonreligious people somehow involved in the celebration of the Eucharist |
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