subsacrist
noun as in strong fondness
Word Combinations
Example:He was appointed as a lay subsacristan to assist with the church's maintenance.
Definition:Relating to a subsacrist
Example:The clergyman served as both the parish priest and the subsacrist.
Definition:A man who is in the ministry, especially a man who is part of the official, organized Christian church.
Example:The sacristan and his subsacristan diligently maintained the church's sacred relics.
Definition:The person in charge of a church's vestments and furnishings, especially in the care and preservation of these items.
Example:The subsacrist is responsible for the liturgical dress of the clergy during special services.
Definition:Relating to or denoting the order and service of a liturgy or worship.
Example:Before each Mass, the subsacrist ensured that all the sacred vessels were clean and in place.
Definition:A Christian religious service during which bread and wine are consecrated and consumed as the body and blood of Christ (the Eucharist).
Example:The subsacrist carefully laid out the priest's vestments for the forthcoming high Mass.
Definition:The special robes, belts, etc., worn by a priest or other holy minister while performing official functions.
Example:In many Christian churches, the role of the subsacrist can be found within the structure of the hierarchy and ceremonial process.
Definition:An organized community of believers in the Christian religion, with a formal system of leadership and worship, as distinguished from independent churches, sects, or mystical groups.
Example:The subsacrist ensured that the vestments were made of the finest woolens to preserve their luster and integrity.
Definition:The wool or a textile made from wool; fine wool in cloth form.
Example:The subsacrist’s role included ensuring all was in order for the Eucharist to be celebrated properly.
Definition:An elaborate ritual meal, especially one which involves the sharing of bread and wine.
Example:The subsacrist took care to have the correct cerements used during the burial rites.
Definition:Wrapings, especially those used for garments.
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