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In Orthodox Christian usage the '''Chalice''' is a form of a stemmed cup or goblet used to offer [[Eucharist|Communion]] during the [[Divine Liturgy]]. The chalice is usually made of a precious metal, gold or silver, and maybe plain, engraved, bejeweled, or decorated with a combination of adornment. During the entry to the eucharistic service the wine is brought in the chalice and a plate called the '''Paten or Diskos''' is used to carry the [[prosphora]], which is a leavened bread or [[artos]]. These combined are the [[Holy Gifts]].
Before the Divine Liturgy begins, a service called the [[proskomedia]] is conducted at a [[table of preparation]] or [[prothesis]] at the side of the [[altar]], during which the Holy Gifts are prepared for Communion. As [[prayer]]s are recited the chalice is filled with wine and from the prosphora a '''Lamb''' is cut and placed on the paten. The prayers include commemorations from the faithful for loved ones, both living and dead. During the [[Great Entrance]] these Gifts are brought to the altar table where by joining the [[Lamb]] with the wine the celebrant calls for the bread and wine to be the Body and Blood of Christ for Communion.
