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Sermons Under Construction Definitions of Church Terms Acolyte - One who attends of serves the priest in the sanctuary Altar - The holy table upon which the Holy Communion is celebrated Bishop - The highest order of the sacred ordained ministry in the Episcopal Church; the head of a diocese, elected by the diocese. Eucharist: One of the most ancient names for the Holy Communion; comes from the Greek meaning "thanksgiving." Offertory: The offering of the bread and wine and alms at the Holy Communion Pentecost: The Sunday fifty days after Easter which commemorates the receiving of the gifts of the Holy Spirit by the apostles; celebrated as the birthday of the church. Sacristy - The place or room in which the sacred vessels, linens, and vestments are kept. |
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