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Ablution Cups

An ablution cup is a small, covered dish of water used to wash the fingers of a priest, deacon, or extraordinary minister of the Eucharist after distributing Communion. The cup is located at the altar and is usually accompanied by a plate and a small cloth for drying hands.

The practice of using an ablution cup was added to the responsibilities of extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion (EMHCs) after communion. The cup is used to wash away any small particles of the Eucharist that may stick to the fingers of the EMHC.


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Ablution Cup. Or for the distribution of ashes. Crystal with engraved cross. 3-3/8"H., 3 oz. cap.
K118 Ablution Cup
Price: $65.00
Item #: KO-K118 -

    Ablution Cup. Or for the distribution of ashes. Crystal with engraved cross. 3-3/8"H., 3 oz. cap.

    K119 Ablution Cup
    K119 Ablution Cup
    Price: $128.00
    Item #: KO-K119 -

      Ablution Cup. Or for the distribution of ashes. 24k gold plated cross and cover with crystal bowl. 4-3/8"H., 6 oz. cap.

      8651G Ablution Cup & Cover
      8651G Ablution Cup & Cover
      Price: $128.00
      Item #: 58651 -

        Glass Ablution Cup with gold plated cover. Measures 5 1/2"; 12oz

        Crystal Ablution Cup
        Crystal Ablution Cup
        Price: $56.00
        Item #: KO-K109 -

          Ablution Cup Or for the distribution of ashes. 4" H., 4 oz. cap.

          Crystal Ablution Cup
          Crystal Ablution Cup
          Price: $84.00
          Item #: KO-K114 -

            Ablution Cup Or for the distribution of ashes. Crystal. 3-3/4" H., 4 oz. cap.

            Glass Ablution Cup, 4.75" 8 ounce
            Glass Ablution Cup and Cover, 4.75" 8 ounce
            Price: $235.00
            Item #: AP-9163 -

              Glass Ablution Cup and Cover 4.75 inch; 8 ounce

              An ablution cup is a small, covered vessel used to wash the fingers of a priest or other minister after distributing Communion. It's a sacred vessel used to cleanse the minister's hands before they touch consecrated materials.

              How is it used?
              • The minister washes their fingertips in the cup after distributing Communion
              • The cup is often accompanied by a plate and a small cloth for drying hands

              Where is it used?

              • The ablution cup is used at the altar

              What else can it be used for?

              • The ablution cup can also be used to distribute ashes on Ash Wednesday

              What materials is it made from?

              • Ablution cups are often made of glass or silver
              • Silver ablution cups are sometimes engraved with symbolic motifs