St. Peter's UCC welcomes all* to participate in the sharing the sacrament of Holy Communion. Some worshippers choose to eat and drink; others choose to be present with the community but not share in the elements. All our affirmed!
In this invitation to communion, member Liz Chandler shares a transformation she recently experienced surrounding this ritual. May her words and this invitation be a gift to all who are contemplating this sacred act.
*All are truly welcome, including those who have never set foot in a worship community, regular attendees, and everyone in between.
Why I cry during communion
It used to be As a child Communion meant remembering the torture of Christ - done for me, because of me I remembered my sins Reviewing my week Broken commandments Head bowed low Shame Guilt Promises to try harder, be better My own story didn't matter - only that I need the body and blood to wash away my darkness To maybe make a sliver of me worthy Of love
Now I watch the people The community Waiting for their turn And I see The stories The reasons we have found this place The experiences that have made each person who they are
The meal we share in the bread and wine The offer of love in a tiny cup Or torn bite of bread Connecting Building Sharing Community Communion This is love
To see the service, you can find us on Youtube. To hear this poem spoken during the service, click here.
Your pastors are available for conversation and/or visit. Simply be in touch.
In Faith,
Lori Bievenour, lori at stpeterscarmel dot org, or 317-846-6882, x222
Dakota Roberts, dakota at stpeterscarmel dot org, or 317-846-6882, x223
