Ciborium Veil for the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

The ciborium veil is especially suited to the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and First Friday devotions, covering the liturgical vessel used to reserve the Blessed Sacrament.

Celebrations and liturgical use of the ciborium veil

It is intended for liturgical use in churches, chapels, religious houses, and sacristies, where it provides a dignified covering for the ciborium used to reserve the Blessed Sacrament. Its light, festive color scheme is particularly appropriate for celebrations and devotions associated with devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, including the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, First Friday devotions, and other Christological and Eucharistic celebrations.

Sacred Heart symbolism and embroidery

The central motif of the Sacred Heart of Jesus symbolizes Christ’s infinite love for humanity, His mercy, and His saving sacrifice. The red heart, surrounded by a crown of thorns and a flame, recalls Christ’s Passion while also expressing His living and unceasing love. Decorative floral motifs and rays surround the heart, and the composition as a whole emphasizes the Eucharistic and sacred character of the veil.

The rich embroidery is worked in shades of red, gold, and brown, making it clearly visible against the light-colored fabric. The veil is additionally finished with decorative gold lace, giving it an elegant and festive appearance. Its careful workmanship underscores reverence for the Blessed Sacrament and the dignity of the ciborium intended to hold consecrated altar bread.

Size, colors and lace finish

The veil is available in size 11.5 in (29 cm). Its practical specifications are:

• Embroidered motif: Sacred Heart of Jesus with a crown of thorns, a flame, decorative floral motifs, and rays.
• Embroidery colors: red, gold, and brown, set against a light-colored fabric.
• Trim: decorative gold lace.
• Size: 11.5 in (29 cm).
• Intended use: liturgical use.