Clothed in Christ
The priest wears vestments not to stand out, but to disappear. When he says Mass, he is acting in persona Christi (in the person of Christ). The vestments cover his street clothes and his individual personality so that we see Christ, not "Fr. Bob."
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The alb's white belongs to the robes washed in the blood of the Lamb (Revelation 7:14), the stole is the yoke Christ calls easy (Matthew 11:29-30), and the chasuble is the charity that covers a multitude of sins (1 Peter 4:8). Pro gives you in-depth Bible studies on those passages, audio devotionals on the liturgy, guided prayers, worship playlists and full offline access. One payment of $49, lifetime access, no subscription and no recurring charge, 30-day money-back guarantee. Start today.
Get Pro for $49 $49 once. Lifetime access, no recurring charge. 30-day money-back guarantee.Some ask, "Why the expense? Why not sell it and give to the poor?" (Judas asked the same thing). We give our best to God. If we dress up for a wedding or a court date, how much more should we dress up for the Banquet of the Lamb?
Green, violet, white, red, rose and black each mark a season or a feast, and a Mass you can read is a Mass you can pray. Catholic/Christian Pro gives you in-depth Bible studies on the liturgical year, audio devotionals for each season, guided prayers, worship playlists and full offline access. $49 one-time, lifetime access, no subscription and no recurring charges, 30-day money-back guarantee. The Mass and every sacrament stay free at your parish. This buys study material and audio, nothing else. Start today.
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