Holy Communion Overview

Within the United Church of Christ (a denomination of the Reformed Tradition), we believe in two sacraments: Baptism and Holy Communion (otherwise known as the Lord’s Supper).

Communion is recognized within the Reformed Tradition as being a meal of remembrance of the life, death, resurrection, and ascension of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus the Christ; a meal of community bringing even closer together the congregation with one another and with the Trinity; and a tangible expression of the intangible grace of God.

We generally offer Holy Communion on “High Holy Days” (such as Easter, Christmas Eve, and Ash Wednesday) and monthly during Sunday morning worship (usually the first Sunday of the month)

We welcome all those who profess a belief in Jesus Christ to share in Holy Communion. Visitors of other Christian denominations and churches are welcome to share in the sacrament.

Food Sensitivities and Allergies

We offer the option of wine or grape juice. We offer the option of “regular” bread and gluten-free bread.

If you have any additional food allergies or sensitivities, please let us know in advance, so that we can explore options to accommodate your needs.

Virtual Communion

Those joining us live for the live stream (via YouTube, Facebook, Phone Stream, etc) are invited to have their own bread and wine or grape juice to be blessed by the Pastor during the live stream. Please note that, as we are referring to the living presence of the Holy Spirit, virtual communion should only be done while watching live and not through a later recording.

Home Communion

From time to time throughout the year, the Elders and Pastor also bring communion to our homebound members (who live within a reasonable driving distance). If you would like to be added to the Home Communion list, please contact the church office or our Pastor.