Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sacristan

noun

/ˈsækrɪstən/

Definition

A sacristan is a person responsible for the care and maintenance of a church’s sacristy, where religious items are kept.

Examples

The sacristan neatly arranged the altar cloth before the Sunday service.
During the ceremony, the sacristan dutifully managed the candles and liturgical books.
The church employed a skilled sacristan who took great pride in her work.

Meaning

The role involves preparing the altar and the church for services, managing religious supplies, and ensuring that everything is in order for liturgical activities.