Jesus spent time in the Synagogue (torah) and Temple (sacrifice of Thanksgiving). The Church is the blending of the two, the liturgy of the Word and Liturgy of the Eucharist. Would he recognize your Church today.


Splendid, rich and ornate temple of God
Priests in rich vestments
Set readings from the Old Testament
the Chanting of psalms
the burning of incense
an altar of sacrifice
golden candlesticks
the bread of the presence
the holy of holies (the Catholic tabernacle)
the lamp of the presence
processions of priests and people
the offering of the holy sacrifice
The laver or font for cleansing the offerings
water fonts for ritual ablutions before entering worship
Beautiful decorations of fabrics, carvings and embroidery