Furnishings
Every worship space has particular furnishings. In Christian worship, these furnishings -- for example, the altar, ambo, presidential chair, baptismal font, ambry, seating for the assembly -- are essential symbols, each with a history and multiple layers of meaning.
The Tabernacle: Tradition of Purpose and Place of Eucharistic Reservation (Part 1: Historical Perspectives)
This essay by Stephen Wilbricht, CSC begins a series of articles that will explore the history, purpose, design and placement of the tabernacle in Roman Catholic churches, including present-day considerations for Catholic faith communities building or renovating worship spaces.
The Design of the Altar and Ambo: The Role of the Community
Furnituremaker Dean Ludwig writes about the design of the altar and ambo and the need for understanding the essence of the community in making design decisions. Photos provided by Dean Ludwig.
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