The word communion calls to mind an array of images specifically as it relates to my religious experiences. In my tradition the Lord Supper is periodically served in remembrance of the last meal Jesus shared with his disciples. Those who participate in this sacrament acknowledge the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross to reach out to us.
At the heart of communion is faith which makes us acceptable to God. By faith and trust in Christ Jesus, each person is made worthy to be a participant in this sacrament. Therefore we consciously, earnestly, and willingly examine ourselves to discover, confess, and repent of sin so we can approach God with a clean heart.
Accompanying faith in participation of communion are hope and courage to seek a satisfying and deep, intimate, loving relationship with the Lord God. We also offer our thanksgiving to him for sending Christ Jesus to lay down his life - to give his life to redeem and save us from the power of sin.
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During the meal Jesus took some bread in his hands. He
blessed the bread and broke it. Then he gave it to his disciples and said, “Take
this and eat it. This is my body.” Jesus picked up a cup of wine and gave thanks
to God. He then gave it to his disciples and said, “Take this and drink it.
This is my blood, and with it God makes his agreement with you. It will be
poured out, so that many people will have their sins forgiven.”
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