Mors 200 Arts Final - Roman Catholic Terms Part 4

A position held by a woman in charge of a convent of women.

The seating section of the main body of the church; (one of the main bodies of the church, the other being the chancel).

Entry way to the church.

In the Roman Catholic faith, a woman who is a member of a religious order, especially one bound by vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience.

Consecrated oils used in liturgical annointings.

A symbolic cloth covering placed over the casket in the vestibule of the Church, signifying that in the eyes of God all people are created equal.

In the Roman Catholic faith, a candle placed near the casket during the Funeral Mass that signifies the everlasting light of Christ.

A dish or plate for the host during communion.

The head of the Roman Catholic Church and the Bishop of Rome.

One ordained to carry out the works of the Church, subordinate to the bishop. Addressed as "Father."

A kneeling rail.

A small cloth for the chalice used during communion.

A vessel or cabinet in which the blessed sacrament is kept.

Generally celebrated by the family of the deceased together with a Roman Catholic minister. These rites are usually performed during critical moments of the grieving journey. Include the Prayer After Death, Father in the Presence of the Body, Transfer of the Body to the Church or Place of Committal.

Three candles placed on each side of the casket in front of the altar. This practice has been replaced by use of the paschal candle in many areas of the country.

A form a liturgy regulated by tradition and law.

Celebrated prior to the Funeral Liturgy, usually at the funeral home on the morning of the Funeral Liturgy preceding the closing of the casket. It may be recited by the family, friends, the minister, priest or funeral director. It may also be combined with the Rite of Final Commendation when necessary adaptations are made.

Beads and a crucifix used as an aid in the recitation of prayers.

In liturgical churches, stated directions in a prayer book or liturgical manual regarding the order of service as approved by the denomination.

In the Roman Catholic faith, a religious picture, usually of Jesus Christ.

A room adjacent to the chancel in which the liturgical vessels, utensils and vestments are kept, and where the clergy vest.

That part of the chancel containing the altar.

A piece of cloth or a medal with religious significance usually worn around the neck.

A sign made with the right hand touching the forehead, breast, left and right shoulder successively.

A document indicating the offering of a Mass for a specific intention.

The shrine in which the Blessed Sacrament (elements of the Eucharist) are kept.

Receptacle in which incense is burned.

An altar attendant who carries the thurible.

A square cloth, usually of the same material as the chasuble, used to cover the chalice at Mass.

The ritual garments worn by the clergy.

Formally called the Wake or Rosary Service, a public prayer, focusing on the proclamation of God's Word. It may be said in the funeral home, residence or church, depending on where the visitation is taking place.

In the Roman Catholic faith, a set of two candles, one placed at the head of the casket and one placed at the foot of the casket during the visitation period in the home or funeral home.

Historically a watch kept over the deceased; an all night vigil.