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Methodist 101

Communion

The Lord's Supper is often called Holy Communion or the Eucharist. It is a REMEMBRANCE of Jesus' sacrificial death and glorious resurrection. It is a CELEBRATION of God's covenant of forgiveness, love and hope. It is a REMINDER of God's presence among us and a SOURCE of grace which helps strengthen and renew our faith living. It is the occasion of THANKSGIVING as we thank God for life and new life in redemption. It is a SIGN OF THE UNITY shared by Christians everywhere for all time.

Gaining full benefit of the sacrament requires:
Reverent participation--meditate before and after being served
Sincere devotion,
An open heart to receive God's grace and renewal,
Personal prayer before and after being served,
Desire to live in the way of Christ.

Our Communion is open to all--young or old, Methodist or Non-Methodist.