church
Place of Christian worship.
bell tower
Tower with bays in which the bells are hung.
pew
Long narrow unupholstered seat with or without a back, seating several people.
pulpit
A raised platform used to address the congregation.
chalice
Cup in which the wine is consecrated during celebration of the mass.
candle
Long candle used in various Christian rites such as the mass, baptism and Easter.
high altar
The main altar in a church located near the back of the choir (apse).
communion rail
Table or balustrade before which the faithful stand to receive the Eucharist.
censer
Container having a cover with openings; it hangs from a small chain and incense is burned in it.
lectern
Stand with an inclined rack used to hold books such as hymnals and the Bible.
holy water font
Basin used to hold holy water; it is located near the entrance so that the faithful can cross themselves on entering.
confessionals
Small booth where the priest hears the confession of penitents.
ex-voto
Painting, object or plate hung inside a church to mark a vow or a blessing.
baptismal font
Basin atop a stand where babies are held during baptisms.
secondary altar
Side altar that is usually dedicated to the Virgin Mary or a saint.
sacristy
Area where sacred vases and sacerdotal vestments are kept.
stained glass window
Translucent decorative work comprised of an assemblage of glass pieces, usually colored, that fills a bay.
sanctuary lamp
Oil lamp suspended in front of the altar that remains lit at all times.
frontal
Ornamental covering for the front and sides of the altar.
altarpiece
Painted or sculpted vertical section placed on or behind the altar.
crucifix
Cross that depicts the crucified Jesus Christ.
statue
Sculpture on a base that represents a saint.
tabernacle
Small case used to hold the sacred vessel (ciborium) that contains the host.
altar cross
Wooden or metal cross on a base that is placed in the middle of the high altar during mass.
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