How to Set Up Communion

A communiun is also reffered to as the "last supper."

A communion, also known as the Eucharist, is a traditional ceremony that commemorates the life and death of Christ. In celebrating this holy sacrament, participants partake of the red wine, which represents the blood of Christ, and the bread, symbolizing his body. Taking communion is one way to express faith in and devotion to Christ, and gratefulness for his sacrificial death to save humankind from their sins. Christians, Catholics and Mormons all partake in the ceremony, however there may be slight differences in the setting-up process.

Things You'll Need

• Two jugs
• Tray
• Red wine
• Grape juice
• Bread
• Cutting board
• Knife
• Soap
• Cloth

Instructions

1. 

   A wipe-down with the dishcloth will ensure the table is clean.

   Prepare the communion table by cleaning the surface with a damp cloth. The table should ideally be waist-level and have enough room to hold the jugs for the wine and juice and tray for the bread. Some religions use a colored tablecloth for the communion table.

2. Clean the jugs and tray thoroughly with warm water and detergent. Leave to air dry, or hand dry with a dishcloth.

3. 

   Many congregations use red grape juice for communion.

   Pour the red wine into the jug, then pour the grape juice into the other jug. The grape juice is for children and people who do not drink alcohol. Some religions use a decorated gold or silver jug to hold the wine. Mormons use water instead of red wine.

4. Wash your hands with soap and water, and dry them with a clean towel. Place the bread onto the cutting board. Some religions use only unleavened bread while for others the type of bread is not an issue. Slice the bread into small chunks, and make sure that there is enough pieces for all of the participants. Place the bread chunks onto the tray, and place the tray onto the table next to the jugs.

Tips & Warnings

• Some churches use small disposable cups instead of glass or metal cups.

• Never give alcohol to those who are under the legal drinking age.

• To avoid confusion, always label the grape juice and the wine.

References

• The Real Presence: Holy Communion
• New Advent: Holy Communion
• American Catholic: The Eucharist