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CASSOCK
(Purple) …
The medieval Cassock, known as the Carcalla, was
a full-length hooded garment with wide sleeves tightly
cuffed at the wrists, and usually lined with fur
or sheepskin for warmth. It was worn beneath the
Alb, and was consequently unseen. At one time it
was fastened with front ties and strings, but by
the thirteenth century buttons were in use, the
hood was detachable and the stand collar appeared.
Later in the century, the buttoning became complex
and closely spaced and back pleats from the waistline
to hem were introduced. It is a close-fitting garment,
reaching the feet, and may be worn by all ordained
clergy as a symbol of servitude. The Apostle continues
to wear the Cassock as ceremonial garb, because
Jesus instructed that those who would be chief among
us must be a servant.
ROCHET
(White) …
A development of the Alb and features very full
sleeves, tied into frills at the wrist by bands.
It is a ceremonial garment similar to that of the
Surplice, however, longer with sleeve variations.
This garment serves as a symbol of the priesthood.
It is symbolic of Aaron’s white linen Ephod,
and found in the book of Leviticus. The White Rochet
worn by Bishops and Apostles, and the White Surplice,
worn by Elders, is a symbol of the wearer’s
role as celebrant of the Sacraments (ordinances)
and chief worship leaders among God’s people.
BISHOP'S
SCARF AND TIPPET..
A skillfully wide cut material placed over the Chimere
with inside pockets signifies the Bishop or Apostle
Scarf. The Tippet like the Stole is cut on a small
scale. Both items are symbolic of one called to
an Office, denoting one who is yoked. The symbol
of the Preacher. The Scarf is seven inches wide,
symbolizing perfection, and the Tippet is five inches
wide, representing grace.
CHASUABLE
…
In common with all clergy vesture, the Chasuable
has evolved over many centuries from secular garments.
Its origin is in the Paenula of classical times
worn by the commonalty as an outdoor cloak, complete
with cowl and cucullus. By the fourth century, the
Paenula had developed into a garment still worn
with cowl, but without an open front seam, usually
circular or elliptical in shape and worn full length.
Due to the tent-like look, it became known as the
Casula (Etym. Latin Casula, Cass, “The Little
House”; hence a mantle). The Chasuable symbolizes
the yoke of Christ Jesus and signifies Charity.
It is the covering of Noah’s nakedness. The
Cope holds the same history.
STOLE
…
The origin of the Stole is pre-Christian, but since
the sixth century it has been prescribed to be worn
by all clergy. In the seventeenth century the Orarium,
or Stole, was worn by all ministers celebrating
worship services, and was worn crossed over in front
of the Alb, secured in place by the Girdle. When
worn by a Deacon, the modern Stole is nearest to
its original form, resting on the left shoulder,
symbolic of the towel or napkin from which it evolved,
and under the right arm leaving the right side free
of encumbrance to attend sacramental (ordinances)
duties. The Stole is the symbol of the Preacher.
It is thinner in width than the Tippet.
DOVE
…
The symbol of the Holy Spirit is the Dove descending,
always with the three rayed nimbus which indicated
divinity. In a more general sense, the Dove represents
the power of God at work in man.
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CHIMERE
(Scarlet) …
A
sleeveless gown usually of red, but sometimes of
black material of quality and derived from the Spanish
“Zammarvia”, a twelfth century cloak.
It is an upper robe of a Bishop or Apostle. This
robe serves as a symbol of the mantel of a prophet.
The Chimere is only worn by the Bishop or Apostle,
because it signifies one as the chief proclaimer
and defender of the faith in the apostolic tradition.
CROSS
…
Primarily the instrument of suffering on which Christ
died and redeemed the World. It also stands for
whatever pain or endurance that a Christian undergoes,
and voluntarily accepts, in order to be joined with
Christ and co-operate in the salvation of souls.
The Cross is therefore, a revealed mystery, taught
by Christ when He said, “If anyone wants to
be a follower of mine, let him renounce himself
and follow me” (Matthew 16:24). The mystery
of the Cross is one of the principle themes of St.
Paul’s writings to the Romans, Corinthians,
Galatians, and Philippians. It also represents the
victorious Risen Saviour (different from the crucifix,
which states He is still on the cross)
RING
…
This is the signet of authority. It is worn on the
right hand (the hand that represents God given authority)
just as Christ sits on the right hand of God the
Father. It also represents that they are committed
and dedicated to Christ nd His Church.
ZUCCHETTO …
The Apostle’s indoor covering. A small, semispherical
headdress, skullcap, worn by the Apostle. It originated
for hygienic reasons when clerics had the tonsure.
It has a knot of braid in the center by which it
can be grasped and is ordinarily made of cloth or
silk.
MITRE (Miter) …
In England, the Mitre was not worn in the church
until the Norman Conquest. It derives from the Phrygian
worn by Roman freemen to cover their shaven heads,
and originally was a soft Conical Cap. It later
became lower and “ears” at the side
of the head resulted from the absence of stiffening
to the Cap. By the middle of the twelfth century,
the Cap was interlined and worn with the “ears”
or points, at front and back of the head and the
ribbons or streamers, became the infulea of lappets,
to be seen at the back of the modern Mitre. It is
customary, although not necessary, that the Mitre
is made of matching material to the Cope and Chasuable,
and that the orphrey arrangement is an inverted
“T-shaped” (symbolic of the Crucifixion
of St. Peter) and compliments the material and color
used for the Cope and Chasuable. Popes, Cardinals,
Apostles and Bishops wear the liturgical headdress.
It is removed when the celebrant prays. The points
symbolize the cloven tongues on the heads of the
disciples on the day of Pentecost, and the streamers
represent the everlasting living water that Christ
Jesus offers to the believer. (Etym. Greek Mitra,
Girdle, Belt, Headband, Turban).
CROZIER
…
A symbol of the Shepherd’s staff given to
Moses as he was exiled from Egypt. It is the symbol
of authority and strength. David declared in the
Scriptures, “… thy rod and thy staff
they comfort me …”(Psalm 23:4).
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