Glossary of Protestant Terms

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An altar attendant

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Acolyte

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An elevated place or structure on which sacrifices are offered or at which religious rites are performed

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Altar

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The place about the altar of the church, usually enclosing the clergy and other officials

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Chancel

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One who carries the processional cross in ecclesisatical processions

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Crucifier

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The prescribed order or form of worship used by some churches, with the Eucharist or Holy Communion as the central element

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Liturgical (Eucharist Centered) Worship

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The entry way to the church proper

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Narthex (Vestibule)

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The main body of the church where the seating is provided

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Nave

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A form or order of worship having the scriptures as the central element with the actual order of worship determined by the local congregation and clergy

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Non-Liturgical (Scripture Centered) Worship

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Any western Christian who is not adherent to the Roman Catholic Church

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Protestant

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Stated Directions regarding church practices and procedures as approved by the church

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Rubircs

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Liturgically, the part of the church containing the altar; commonly, the term is used to refer to a holy or sacred place devoted to the worship of any deity; Historically, a place of refuge

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Sanctuary

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The wings of the main part o the church, which may serve as small chapels for baptisms, weddings, and even small funeral services

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Transepts

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Ritual garments of the clergy

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Vestments