missal
1 of 1noun/ˈmɪsəl/
Forms:missals
1
a book containing the prayers, readings, and instructions for the celebration of Mass in the Roman Catholic Church
- The priest consulted the missal to ensure he followed the correct order of prayers during the Mass.
- Each parishioner was provided with a copy of the missal to follow along with the readings and responses during the service.
- The missal, adorned with intricate illustrations, served as a sacred guide for the faithful during religious ceremonies.
- The deacon carefully placed the missal on the altar before the start of the Eucharistic celebration.
- After the Mass, the missal was reverently returned to its rightful place in the church's sanctuary.