How to Purchase Episcopalian Wine Cruets
The Episcopal church in the United States is a part of the global Anglican community, and the celebration of the Eucharist is at the heart of its worship. This rite is led by a priest who blesses elements (small portions) of bread and wine, placing the bread onto silver plates (called patens) and pouring the wine from a cruet (or pitcher) into a chalice to be consumed by the priest and members of the congregation. If you are the person responsible for purchasing instruments of worship for your church, then choosing well-crafted cruets is an important exercise of stewardship.
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Determine the style and number of cruets you need. Cruets are usually sold in sets of two (one for wine, the other for water), and the materials from which they are made vary, including stainless steel, glass, and crystal. Because there is a diversity of worship style in the Episcopal church, ranging between more and less formal, your choice of cruets ought to reflect something of the traditions and values of your parish. Present a few options to the worship commission before making a decision.
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Contact one of a supplier who sells cruets for use in Episcopalian services--three of the the following suppliers: Living Grace Catalog, The Religious Supply Center or Wheaton Religious Gift and Church Supply You can either use the customer-service number to speak directly to a representative or make your selection through the website.
Living Grace Catalog
5226 South 31st Place
Phoenix, AZ 85040
800-341-2350
livinggracecatalog.com
The Religious Supply Center Inc.
Creighton, NE 68729
800-553-0025
religioussupply.com
Wheaton Religious Gift and Church Supply
113 W Front St.
Wheaton IL 60187
866-757-5195
churchsupplywarehouse.com
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Place your order. Most church suppliers will ship the product within seven to 10 business days and may provide deals on shipping if your church is a regular customer.
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Search for a local Episcopalian or Christian supply store if you prefer to buy in person rather than online or by mail. Most of these stores will have cruets in a variety of prices and styles.
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