Offertory: English to English |
Offertory (n.) An anthem chanted, or a voluntary played on the organ, during the offering and first part of the Mass. |
Offertory (n.) That part of the Mass which the priest reads before uncovering the chalice to offer up the elements for consecration. |
Offertory (n.) The act of offering, or the thing offered. |
Offertory (n.) The oblation of the elements. |
Offertory (n.) The offerings themselves. |
Offertory (n.) The Scripture sentences said or sung during the collection of the offerings. |