Another name for a church recess would be apse.
Another name for a church recess is apse. They are typically placed at the eastern end of the church and contain the altar.
An absis is a recess or projection at the east end of a church - another name for an apse or apsis.
Apse
Alcove
A four letter word for church recess would be apse.
A cove, inlet, or bay.
Another name for play break could be recess.
Aspe or niche.
A niche is a recess in a wall which often contains a statue. A church could certainly have a niche that holds a crucifix. A niche need not be in a church.An apse is a large recess at one end of a church. If often contains an altar or statuary and is its walls are covered by paintings or carvings or other artwork. A large crucifix is a possible central figure for an apse. An apse is a term for a part of a church but it need not hold a crucifix.
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a congregation is another name for a church assembly and more commonly used
the Anglican Church