The Lords Supper (Holy Communion, Eucharist)
- The Lord's Supper is a holy
meal of bread and wine that symbolizes the body and blood of Christ.
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- The Lord's Supper recalls the
life, death and resurrection of Jesus and celebrates the unity of all the
members of God's family.
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- By sharing this meal, we give
thanks for Christ's sacrifice and are nourished and empowered to go into the
world in mission and ministry.
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- We practice "open communion,"
welcoming all who love Christ, repent of their sin, and seek to live in peace
with one another.
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In the Methodist tradition Communion elements are grape juice (not wine) & bread.