What does the cryptic crossword clue "Make secret cell beneath church supporting essence of Lent (7)" mean?

The definition is "Make secret". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EN (synonym="EN") + CRYPT (synonym="cell beneath church") = ENCRYPT; definition: "Make secret" The answer is ENCRYPT.

Make secret cell beneath church supporting essence of Lent (7)

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