Catholic Church Supply Articles
About Sacred Vessels and other altar appointments
Excerpt: There are a lot of different terms for the items you find on a Catholic altar. Here is a brief glossary of altar terms.
Alb Fabric Guide
Excerpt: Albs are made out of several different materials. Here is a detailed explanation of the different types.
Chasuble Buying Guide
Steve Adams
Excerpt: This guide will give you pointers on what to look for and what to expect when ordering a chasuble.
Definitions of Roman Catholic Vestment Terms
Excerpt: Catholic vestments have several unfamiliar terms. Here is a brief glossary to help you figure them out.
How To Burn Incense
Excerpt: Use this step-by-step guide to light incense quickly and safely in a standing censer.
How To Clean Altar Linens
Excerpt: Getting the spots out of altar linens can be a challenge. Here is the best way to do it.
How To Stock A Parish Sacristy
Excerpt: Properly stocking your parish sacristy requires a good checklist of initial needs as well as a regular schedule to replace consumables before they run out. This article provides suggestions for both. I will start with the standard things that every parish needs and then also provide a list of items you should have if you want to fully follow the General Instruction of the Roman Missal.
Items Needed For a Mass in the Extraordinary Form
Excerpt: Now that Summorum Pontificum has been promulgated and you can celebrate a Mass using the missal of Blessed John XXIII you may be wondering what exactly you will need to properly celebrate the Mass. Here is a complete list of items you will need to properly stock your sacristy. It’s a long article so I will summarize it here.
