Sacristan (noun)

1. A person who is in charge of the care of a church and its furnishings, especially the vestments and sacred vessels.
2. A person who prepares the church for religious services and maintains the church and its furnishings.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french sacristain, from medieval latin sacristanus, from sacristia "sacristy".

Examples:

1. The sacristan was responsible for preparing the altar and lighting the candles before each service.
2. The sacristan had to make sure that all the sacred vessels were clean and in good condition.
3. The sacristan's duties also included opening and closing the church, and locking up after services.
4. The sacristan was a trusted member of the church community, known for their devotion and attention to detail.
5. As a sacristan, she took great pride in making sure the church was ready for each service, down to the smallest detail.