Sacristans usually arrive about thirty minutes before Mass begins. He/she makes sure the priest has the required chalice, linens, oil (etc.) for the altar during mass. Once Mass has ended, the sacristan washes the sacred vessels.
Sacristans usually arrive about thirty minutes before Mass begins. He/she makes sure the priest has the required chalice, linens, oil (etc.) for the altar during mass. Once Mass has ended, the sacristan washes the sacred vessels.