Catholic Church Sanctuary Items Quiz

Study Notes

Sanctuary Items in the Catholic Church

Altar: Serves dual purposes as a sacrificial altar and a communal meal table within the sanctuary.
Ambo: Designated area where readings and psalms are proclaimed during Mass.
Bells: Used to signify important moments in the Mass, particularly during the Consecration.
Paschal Candle: Represents the Light of Christ; lit at Easter and utilized throughout the following year.
Credence Table: A small table in the sanctuary for holding cruets, candles, chalice, and other Mass-related items.
Processional Cross: A large cross carried at the forefront of processions, symbolizing Christ's leadership.
Cruets: Glass vessels used for storing wine and water during the Mass.
Sanctuary: The sacred, consecrated area surrounding the altar in a church.
Tabernacle: An ornamented repository in the church where the consecrated Eucharist is kept.
Chalice: Usually a gold cup that contains the wine transformed into the Blood of Jesus during the Consecration.
Ciborium: A cup-like vessel with a lid, used to hold the Body of Christ in the Tabernacle.
Thurible: A metal container hung by chains for burning incense during worship services.
Monstrance: A precious metal vessel used to display the Blessed Sacrament for adoration.
Sanctuary Lamp: An oil lamp or candle near the Tabernacle, lit whenever the Blessed Sacrament is present, signifying honor to Jesus.
Alb: A priest’s vestment; a long white base garment denoting purity (meaning 'white').
Chasuble: A colored outer garment worn by priests during Mass, its hue changes according to the liturgical season and feast occasion.
Stole: A long "scarf"-like cloth vestment worn around the neck by priests, with its color also depending on the feast and liturgical season.

Description

Test your knowledge of key items found in a Catholic Church sanctuary with this flashcard quiz. Each card presents a term related to the Mass, along with its definition. Perfect for those looking to better understand the liturgical environment.