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Holy Communion at Hope

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Holy Communion, also known as the Lord's Supper, is the center of a Lutheran service of worship. During it, we receive our Lord's body and blood along with the bread and wine that we can see, feel, and taste. Holy Communion is one of two sacraments, or signs of God's love and grace.

We believe that God comes to us in Holy Communion. A person does not need to be perfect or without sin to receive our Lord's body and blood, for it is understood that we are all imperfect and need God's love and forgiveness.

 

All baptized Christians are welcome to receive our Lord's body and blood. God is our Host and God welcomes all people to come to the table and be refreshed and renewed.

Continuing with the "Virtual Worship Service"

At this point, the Pastor stands behind the altar and begin to lead the congregation in a prayer of Great Thanksgiving for Holy Communion.

The Prayer of Thanksgiving and Words of Institution

Listen to the Pastor speak the words that prepare us for Holy Communion - giving thanks to God for sending Jesus to save us and explaining the meaning of the bread and wine.

The Pastor then leads the congregation in the Lord's Prayer:

Our Father in Heaven                    Hallowed by Your Name                         Your Kingdom Come                               Your Will be Done                                       On Earth as it is in Heaven                    Give us Today our Daily Bread       Forgive Us our Sins                                     As We Forgive Those who Sin Against Us Save Us from the Time of Trial                And Deliver Us from Evil                          For the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory are Yours Now and Forever. Amen

Finally, the Lord's Supper commences as the Pastor and communion assistants administer communion to all of those who want to come to the Lord's Table.  (All visitors who are baptized Christians of any background are welcome to take communion at Hope.)  While communion is occurring, Becky Gee is leading the Worship Team in song.