Dictionary of church terms

PROCESSIONAL CROSS

Processional Cross: translation

The deacon holds this cross at the commencement of the festival processions, and on receiving a bishop.
A sign of triumph over the devil.

  1. processional cross—Processional Cross translation The standard Cross borne in front of a procession of Choir and Clergy as they enter or go out of the church. This method of entering the ch...American Church Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  2. processional cross—Processional Cross translation Processional Cross A crucifix which is carried at the head of a procession and which is usually mounted upon a long staff or handle dd Cat...Catholic encyclopedia