Catholic Church Offering box with lock

Catholic Church Offering box with lock

• Offering box entirely made of wrought iron.
• Matte black color.
• Approximate measurements:
  • 20 cm (7.87 in) high.
  • 15.5 cm (6.1 in) wide.
  • 10.5 cm (4.13 in) deep.
• Top slot for inserting coins.
• Includes lock with key for secure content retrieval.
• Wall-mountable: includes screws for installation.
• Robust and functional design.
• Available other Catholic Church Offering box for sale.

Liturgical use of the offering box

The offering box is a traditional element in the furnishings of churches and chapels, intended to facilitate spontaneous donations from the faithful. Its presence next to devotional images, reliquaries, or church entrances allows believers to materially support the Church or specific causes such as missions or the maintenance of worship. The use of black wrought iron provides sobriety, durability, and aesthetic respect to the sacred environment.

Definition and purpose of a church offering box

A church offering box is a container designed to collect donations from the faithful during liturgical acts or visits to the church. Its primary purpose is to provide financial support for worship, charitable works, and church maintenance.

Traditionally, these boxes are located in visible places within the sacred space such as entrances, side chapels, or near devotional images.

Through alms and offerings, the faithful contribute to the evangelizing and charitable mission of the Church.

Types and designs of offering boxes

Offering boxes can be found in various materials and styles depending on the aesthetics of the church or the desired level of security.

In the past, offering boxes were commonly made of wood. Today, the most common models are made of metal (such as wrought iron or stainless steel), as they offer greater resistance to theft or vandalism.

Some include security locks, top or front slots, reinforced hinges, and wall or pedestal anchoring systems.