KOA-ROYAL (Sto. Rosario Parish) - Resources

The Sanctuary	- the space at the front of the church within which most of the actions of the Mass takes place.		Aspergillum- also called holy water sprinkler.
	Main Altar- the large, high table usually located in the middle of the sanctuary where most of the actions of the liturgy of the Eucharist take place.		Thurible- a metal container extended from a chain or chains in which charcoal and incense are burned. It has a lid which can be raised. It is also called a censer.
	Altar Cloth- a long white linen cloth draped over the altar ends as a symbol of the upcoming meal and also the cloth wrapped around the body of Jesus when he was buried.		Boat- a small metal container which holds the incense to be put into the thurible.
	Candles- usually two altar candles are lit to signal the start of the Mass. The pure wax candles symbolize the purity of Christ as the Light of the world.	The Vestments	- help us distinguish who the various ministers are during the Mass.
	Paschal Candle- a very large candle which is placed in the sanctuary. It is a special reminder of the risen Christ among us. It is used during Baptisms and Funerals.		Cassock- the long outer garment worn by the priest and servers.
	Tabernacle- it is a small box, usually especially decorated, in which the Eucharist is kept when Mass is not being said. It is a place which should be given special reverence.		Alb- long, white, dress-like vestment which can be used by all liturgical ministers.
	Credence Table- a small table on which is placed the things which are used during the Mass.		Cincture- a long cord used to fasten the alb at the waist to hold it in place and adjust it to the proper length.
	Lectern- the place from which the readings are done, the Gospel is proclaimed and the homily is given.		Stole- a long cloth ornately decorated worn by the priest around his neck, letting it hang down in from. This is worn by the deacon over his right shoulder and fastened at his left side like a sash. Its color varies according to the feast.
	Cross- the crucifix mounted on a tall pole which is carried at the head of the procession.		Chasuble- the outer vestment, slipped over the head, hanging down from the shoulders. It is the proper Mass vestment of the priest. Its color varies according to the feast.
	Bells- usually located near the altar. They are rung during the consecration of the Mass.		Dalmatic- a loose fitting robe with open sides and wide sleeves worn by the deacon.
Altar Vessels	- they are called "sacred" because they have a distinctive role in our worship.		Cope- a cape-like vestment used over the shoulders and hangs to the ankles. It is open in front and clasped at the neck. It is worn by the priest during benediction, processions and other services.
	Cruets- two small pitchers which contain the water and wine.		Benediction Veil- also known as humeral veil. It is a long, narrow, shawl-like vestment used at benediction and in processions where the the Blessed Sacrament is carried.
	Chalice- the large cup used at Mass to hold the wine which will become the Blood of Christ.		Surplice- a wide-sleeved garment, slipped over the head, covering the shoulders, and coming down below the hips. It is worn over the cassock for services in which the alb is not necessary.
	Paten- the saucer-like dish which usually matches the chalice. It holds the bread which will become the Body of Christ.	Other articles used at mass
	Ciborium- the cup-like vessel with a lid that contains the hosts which will be used for communion. It is also used to reserve the Blessed Sacrament in the tabernacle.		Pall- the stiff, square, white cover that is placed over the paten when it is on the chalice and over the chalice during the Mass to protect its contents.
	Communion Paten or Plate- a plate with a handle which is used by the server to catch communion crumbs.		Corporal- a white linen napkin usually starched, on which are placed the vessels containing the bread and wine during the Mass.
	Pyx- a pocket watched-shaped case in which Communion used for sick calls is carried.		Purificator- a triple-folded rectangular, white cloth used to cleanse the chalice.
	Lunette- a thin, circular receptacle, having a glass face which holds the consecrated Host used at Benediction. It slides into the monstrance on a track.		Finger Towel- a folded rectangular cloth, resembling a purificator, but much narrower. It is used by the priest to dry his fingers after they have been washed during the preparation of the gifts.
	Monstrance- a large ornate vessel used to hold the Blessed Sacrament for Benediction and Eucharistic processions.