Features of Church buildings Flashcards
Communion Table
A place where communion is presented or prepared, linking the table of communion by Jesus and his disciples at the last supper
Denomination
braches of the Christian church (Baptist, Orthodox, Anglican, Methodist, Lutheran, Catholic)
Altar
Where a sacrifice was offered to God
Communion
Is a uniting act for fellow Christians
Lectern
A platform which the bible readings take place
Pulpit
A raised structure where the minister/priest delivers the sermon
Cross
An image/carving/statue of the cross used to execute Jesus
Crucifix
A cross with the figure or image of the crucified Jesus on it
Why do churches have Lecturns?
Authority, practical for placing bible on, Bible readings have significance
Pulpits
Placed on the northern side of the church facing east, practical and elevated status
Difference between the Cross and Crucifix
Cross is more a symbol of the victory and passion- shows Jesus’ love for all people
Crucifix is a symbol of Jesus’ sacrifice and suffering
Font
On a raised stand where water is poured over the head of the person being baptised
Baptistery
connected to the building/in a separate room- full immersion- importance is dedicating life to God, cleansing of sin, and solidifying faith (Jesus in the Jordan river)
What is the symbolism of the water in the Baptistery
Cleansing of sin/the commitment to a new life in Christ
Eucharist
for many Christian denominations the most important sacrament- means thanksgiving in Greek
other names are Holy communion, mass, lords supper
