other individuals. I understand the early church followed this practice of having communion in the homes possibly daily. Know of any churches or fellowships that have this practice or similar? I can see in a case of an isolated member or illness, but just curious how familiar other Christians might be with these evangelists and this teaching.
2006-11-28 15:07:32 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I have done communion at home,,Jesus knows your heart and as long as you are doing it because your heart desires to draw close to Him I think He is happy with that..
I did this on my own,,I was just saved and did not know much about communion but trust me Jesus sure does and it was awesome..I don't attend a church but that the church is in my heart,,Jesus dweals with me at all times..My focus is on Jesus and to please my Father..Jesus showed me how to do communion and I did with a piece of bread and a-little pop I had..It was such a blessing and I cryed so hard cause I felt Him so close to me. Makes me want to again..You do what you feel in your heart to do. Jesus loves you and His time with you is very special,,use the time with Him to worship Him and reverence Him..I pray for many blessings to come your way,Love your sister in Christ,Amy
2006-11-28 15:10:36 · answer #1 · answered by I give you the Glory Father ! 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I've heard of it, and seen it. However to me there is nothing mystical about "communion" or celebrating the Lord's Supper. To me, it is something the fellowship of believers does together to remember His death at the cross for us. I am more comfortable with that being done in the local church setting, or at least in small groups. But there are many ideas about how to do things. It's not the kind of thing I would fight about.
(I would probably find a few things I would be willing to fight about when it comes to some - not all - TV evangelists.)
2006-11-28 23:21:45 · answer #2 · answered by Mr Ed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what you mean by "communion". If you mean transubstantiation, that is, the actual transformation of the bread and wine into the real Body and Blood of Christ, than "communion" can only take place if a priest (this includes bishops and cardinals, but not deacons) is present and says the words of consecration.
This is the true Eucharist, the Real Presence, and all other "communion"s are just mere shadows and mockery of the Real Presence. But in the case of these other "communion"s, there is no reason why they cannot be performed at home; they do not have the true value of the Eucharist, the actual Communion, anyway, and so it doesn't matter.
God bless.
2006-11-28 23:16:51 · answer #3 · answered by mekozina 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
While it is true that the early Christians had communion in homes, that is because Christianity was a religion that had to hide its rites carefully. There was no way they could build a church building without attracting attention, so churches were held in homes.
That said, there is carefully documented proof that only presbyters (what today is the rank of priest or minister) and bishops were permitted to consecrate the host. "Do nothing without the bishops and the presbyters," St. Ignatius wrote to St. Polycarp in 110 A.D.
The eucharist should never be attempted without clergy. You risk play-acting, and not taking seriously what it really represents.
To this day, the Catholic church still practices daily Eucharist. But since we can build churches safely now, it is done at churches. By priests and bishops presiding.
2006-11-28 23:17:02 · answer #4 · answered by evolver 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Not in the Homes. Catholics can attend Mass everyday and receive Communion, if there is a Church in town that has daily Mass. Many larger Churches do have daily Mass. I go about 2-3 x a week.
2006-11-28 23:14:24 · answer #5 · answered by Midge 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Non Catholics may practice symbolic communion anywhere, whether alone, or in groups.
Catholics partake of the real and substantial body, blood, soul, and divinity of Jesus Christ only through their participation in the holy sacrifice of the Mass, celebrated and consecrated by a suitably ordained Catholic priest or bishop, and usually, but not always, in a Catholic Church building.
2006-11-29 03:46:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Communion is sacred. It is acknowledging God's importance in your life. It is personal. It is not required to do it publicly. You may "take communion" anytime you wish. It's rather like opening the door and inviting God in. God does not require it- it is for our benefit. To truly appreciate the Awesome Love He has for us he provides this vehicle.
God prefers one on one time and repeating another's prayer; while they may apply are not as powerful as those that originate in our deepest being.
Religions are religious. They would like you to believe that there's is the only and correct way. That is not what God says.
So, enjoy communion anytime, anywhere you like. The important thing is that you are recognizing God, Jesus and The Holy Spirit. Don't get lost in the politics of religion. Focus on relationship. God Bless.
2006-11-28 23:16:56 · answer #7 · answered by skayrkroh 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I was quite suprised to hear this. I think it's a good idea. Of course, most Christians I know always "say grace" at every meal and certainly remember Jesus.
2006-11-28 23:45:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jesus said take this every time you meet, so techniqually you could or should. It is about fellowship and bread and wine were common in those days we take it in Church to remember Jesus resurection, and death.
2006-11-28 23:09:50 · answer #9 · answered by Abbasangel 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Don't believe anything you hear on TV. I've never heard of anything more absurd.
2006-11-28 23:34:38 · answer #10 · answered by todaywiserthanyesterday 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋