C1 Christian worship Flashcards
Liturgical worship
worship that follows a set structure, with set prayers, actions and responses
Non-liturgical worship
worship with a less structured approach, sometimes even spontaneous worship
transubstantiation
the idea that during Mass, the bread and wine used for Communion become the body and blood of Jesus Christ
Altar
comes of the tradition of a place of sacrifice. i church context it is where the rituals related to the Eucharists takes place
Communion table
place where communion takes place
Denomination
branches of the Christian church for example Baptist and Orthodox
Lectern
a platform/stand which the bible reading takes place on
Pulpit
a raised structure from which the priest or someone else can deliver a sermon
Cross
an image/craving/statue of the cross used to execute Jesus
Crucifix
A cross with the figure or image of Jesus crucified on it
Font
Baptismal font is a vessel used for the water of Baptism usually on a raised stand where water is poured over the head of the person being baptized
Baptisery / Baptisry
part of a church but separated for baptism (room or small building)
Communion
Sharing in a meal that unites people with each other and with christ
Holy communion
the name for public worship that takes place in Anglican churches usually on sunday