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What is communion?

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Communion, also called the Lord's Supper, is bread and cup shared by Christians to remember Jesus' body and blood given for them. Jesus began it the night before he died, telling his followers to keep doing it in remembrance of him. It is a meal of gratitude, unity, and hope.

“1 Corinthians 11:23-26” the Bible points here. Read more Scripture.

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You sit at the table, the bread between your fingers. Remember the voices that have whispered your name. You are not alone in this moment. The cup is poured, a promise shared. In the quiet, trust that grace is meeting you here. Look for the light. Amen.

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