Topic 2 Quiz A Flashcards
Leader of multiple churches in a particular denomination; in Roman Catholic faith, the head of a diocese; in the LDS faith, leader of a single congregation
bishop
In a Greek Orthodox church, the open area in front of the iconostasis where the casket is placed is known as the
solea
In the Episcopal Church, this would contain rubrics for funeral services as well as other types of services
The Book of Common Prayer
One who carries the crucifix/cross during an ecclesiastical procession.
crucifier
In the Catholic faith, a chain of adjoining beads and a crucifix used as an aid in the recitation of prayers.
rosary beads
In the Jewish faith, a seven (7) day mourning period
shivah
Wings of the main part of the church which may serve as small chapels for baptism, weddings, and even small funeral services.
transepts
In the Jewish faith, the anniversary of the death.
yahrzeit
In the Eastern Orthodox faith, a holy picture; usually mosaic or painted on wood.
icon
A prescribed order or form of worship specific to a particular denomination which will have the Eucharist or Holy Communion as its central element.
liturgical
This branch of Judaism would be considered the LEAST strict
reform
Funeral rites without the body present
memorial service
This religious strictly forbids cremation
Islam
For those of the Jewish faith, this begins as sundown on Friday
Shabbat
The funeral service of a deceased member of the Church of Christ, Scientist may be held in any of the following places EXCEPT…
- funeral home chapel
- graveside
- Christian Science Church
- Residence
Christian Science Church
