AMICE

An oblong white linen vestment worn over and around the neck by clergy that helps to cover any clothing worn  underneath 

the alb. The amice is optional today, but symbolizes the helmet of salvation that helps the priest to fend of the assaults of the enemy.

ALB

A full-length white linen garment worn by clergy 

(and sometimes servers by extension) during liturgies. 

This symbolizes the whiteness and purity of Christian dignity through baptism.

CINCTURE

The cord or rope worn around the waist to gather and 

confine the alb. The cincture symbolizes purity and chastity.

STOLE

The vestment that is a long narrow band of material 

worn around the neck of priests and over one shoulder for deacons. The stole is a sign of authority 

and is properly worn underneath the chasuble or dalmatic during Mass.

CHASUBLE

The sleeveless outer garment worn during Mass by a priest. This vestment is worn on top of all others (alb, stole, 

etc.).  It symbolizes the yoke of Christ and is a sign of priestly office. The chasuble is a sign of charity as well and is worn over the stole to symbolize that authority

(symbolized by the stole) is exercised through charity.