chalicists

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A form of chalicist — A layperson authorized to assist the clergy, particularly within the Episcopal or Anglican Church, in administering the Christian sacrament of Holy Communion during worship services. Specifically, chalicists offer the consecrated wine to communicants following its consecration by the celebrant.

Scrabble 17

Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of chalicist
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