Canopy for Eucharistic Procession

Canopy for Eucharistic Procession

• Canopy for Catholic Church use.
• Made with white and gold brocade fabric. 
• Decorated around the edge with gold bullion fringe. 
• Religious canopy for 6 poles. 
• The sale price does not include the poles. 
• Side drops of approximately 40 cm. 
• 230 cm long.
• 160 cm wide.
• Canopy for Eucharistic Procession for 4 rods available. 

What is a Processional Canopy?

The canopy, also known as a baldachin or baldachino, is a religious canopy used in processions and liturgical celebrations. Beyond its practical function of protecting people or religious objects from the weather, this element has deep symbolism.

• The Practical Function of the Processional Canopy

The processional canopy plays a fundamental role during processions that take place outside the parishes. It protects the sacred elements, such as the Blessed Sacrament, from the weather.

The canopy is placed over the person or the object being transported, providing a mobile and dignified shelter. This ensures that the sacred elements can be carried in procession without being affected by rain, wind, or sun.

• The Symbolism of the Eucharistic Canopy

The canopy represents the protection that the Church provides to this underneath it. The canopy is a symbol of the Church as a refuge and a place of shelter for believers, offering both physical and spiritual protection.

Moreover, the canopy has traditionally been associated with the presence of Christ and the divine. Being carried in procession, the canopy symbolizes the manifestation of the divine presence among the faithful. This symbolism is further reinforced when the canopy covers the Blessed Sacrament.

• Designs of Processional Canopy

The canopies used in processions and liturgical celebrations can adopt a variety of designs and forms. One of the most common designs is the square or rectangular canopy, which evokes the idea of a protective roof or ceiling. Another distinctive form of the canopy is that of an umbrella or parasol.

The canopies are usually made with damask fabrics or embroideries, featuring designs related to Christ, such as chalices, the Blessed Sacrament, or the initials JHS (Iesus Hominum Salvator, Jesus, Savior of Men).