fewer / less

When the subject or object can be counted, use “fewer.” If it can be weighed or measured, use “less.” We picked fewer apples this year compared with last year. There is less flour in the container today than yesterday. See also amount, number


Filioque

Latin for "and the Son," words added to the Nicene Creed by the Latin church, but never accepted by the Eastern Orthodox. The Episcopal Church accepts the Nicene Creed with or without the filioque.


Flagon

Large vessel with handle and spout, shaped like a pitcher, used as a container for wine in the Eucharist.




Font

The term comes from the Latin fons, "spring of water," and designates a receptacle for baptismal water.


Foot Washing

A ritual performed at many Maundy Thursday services, commemorating Jesus washing the feet of his disciples.


foreign words

Place in quotation marks, with an explanation provided as to meaning: The word “mission” comes from the Latin verb ”mittere,” which means “to be sent out.” 




Fraction Anthem

The anthem that is spoken or sung at the point in the Eucharist when the celebrant breaks the bread.


Francis of Assisi

A 13th-century Italian friar, patron of animals, and founder of the Franciscan religious order. Feast day: Oct. 4, when many churches provide blessings for pets and other animals.