Saturday Word: Sacristan
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1word1daySacristan - noun.
A sacristan is a Catholic church officer or volunteer responsible for maintaining the sacristy, the church building, and all the sacred items used in worship.
The word comes from the Latin word sacer, meaning "sacred".
A sacristan works behind the scenes ensuring religious ensuring religious services run smoothly and setting up items needed for the sacraments.
A sacristan is a Catholic church officer or volunteer responsible for maintaining the sacristy, the church building, and all the sacred items used in worship.
The word comes from the Latin word sacer, meaning "sacred".
A sacristan works behind the scenes ensuring religious ensuring religious services run smoothly and setting up items needed for the sacraments.
