Christians symbolically eat the body (bread) and blood (wine) of Jesus
Catholics believe in transubstantiation where the bread and wine literally turns into Jesus and it is evidence of miracles and makes them feel closer to Jesus.
Protestants believe in consubstantiation where the bread and wine only symbolically represent Jesus but still make them feel closer to him.
"This is my blood, do this in remembrance of me"
"This is my body which is given for you: do this in remembrance of me"
What is a covenant?
A binding agreement between man and God.
The Eucharist is a sign of a new covenant between God and all believers, established by Jesus' death.
It unites the worshipper with Christ and gives strength.
What is the individual impact of holy communion?
They receive God's grace, feel closer to God and getting into heaven and strengthens their faith.
What is the communities' impact of holy communion?
It brings the community together by sharing the bread and the wine and can provide support and encouragement.
What is the societal impact of holy communion?
It acts as a call to love others, encourages them to work for equality and justice and some churches use this time to collect donations for charity.
