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The anthem that is spoken or sung at the point in the Eucharist when the celebrant breaks the bread.

A 13th-century Italian friar, patron of animals, and founder of the Franciscan religious order. Feast day: Oct. 4, when many churches provide blessings for pets and other animals.

A form of life centered on the practice of poverty, reverence for God’s presence in the world, and appreciating the goodness of creation as a reflection of God’s love. Founded by Francis of Assisi.

Covering for the front of an altar, often made of silk or brocade cloth and matching the liturgical color of the season of the church year.

The mutual recognition of the members and ministry of two or more churches and of the validity of their sacraments. The Episcopal Church is in full communion with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, the Moravian Church (Northern & Southern Provinces), and the Church of Sweden, among others.

In Christianity, a conservative form of evangelical Protestantism rooted in late-19th-century anti-modernism that emphasizes the literal reading of Scripture and strict adherence to a specific code of moral and religious conduct.

A 19th-century American priest and the founder of Episcopal missionary work among the hard of hearing. Feast day: Aug. 27, along with Henry Winter Syle.

A grassy quadrangle or garden surrounded by a cloister walk in a monastery, church, seminary, or college.

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