Catholic Liturgy

noun the consecrated elements of the Eucharist, especially the bread

• The Eucharist is a central sacrament in the Catholic Church.
• We're going to receive the Eucharist at mass this Sunday.
• I love chowing down on the Eucharist during communion.
• The Eucharist symbolizes the spiritual nourishment of believers.

noun a book containing the texts used in the Catholic Mass throughout the year

• The priest read from the missal during the Sunday morning service.
• I found my grandmother's old missal in the attic.
• I always keep my missal handy for church.
• The missal of rules and regulations was overwhelming for the new employees.

noun a collection of money or goods during a religious service

adjective relating to the collection of money or goods during a religious service

• During the church service, the congregation participated in the offertory by giving their donations.
• Don't forget to put some money in the offertory basket when it comes around.
• I always sneak a few extra dollars into the offertory for good luck.
• Her kindness towards others was like an offertory of goodwill.