COMMUNION
COMMUNION
The Lord's Supper, also known as communion, holds great significance as a symbolic act commemorating the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. It is a solemn and meaningful observance that emphasizes the believer's remembrance of Christ's death, celebration of His resurrection, and anticipation of His return.
The foundation for the Lord's Supper is derived from the New Testament, specifically from passages like 1 Corinthians 11:23-26. In this scripture, the Apostle Paul recounts the institution of the Lord's Supper by Jesus during the Last Supper, instructing believers to partake in remembrance of Him. The act involves the symbolic consumption of bread, representing Christ's body, and wine (or grape juice), symbolizing His blood shed for the forgiveness of sins.
The Lord's Supper serves as a unifying experience within the community of believers, fostering a sense of fellowship and emphasizing the shared identity in Christ. It is seen as a time of reflection, self-examination, and gratitude for the redemptive work of Jesus. The practice of the Lord's Supper is often conducted with reverence, humility, and an understanding of its profound spiritual significance in the life of the individual believer and the church community. Members participate in the Lord’s Supper during the 1st Sunday service of each month.
26 While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my body.”
27 Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you. 28 This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. 29 I tell you, I will not drink from this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father’s kingdom.”
30 When they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives.
Matthew 26:26-30