Definitions:

1. A church official or caretaker responsible for maintaining the sacristy, setting up for Mass services, and taking care of vestments, altar linens, and religious articles. NOUN
   • The sacristan reverently cared for the sacred relics in the cathedral.
2. Refers to a person in a church who is in charge of the sacristy, church furnishings, sacred vessels, and preparing the altar and items for worship services. NOUN
   • The sacristan arrived early to prepare the altar for morning Mass.

Synonyms:

• acolyte
• sexton
• verger