For me, the time between deciding to become a Catholic and actually going through with it was intense – like it is for many converts. It’s a huge, unsettling step, fraught with anxiety and self-doubt ...

Preparation for Holy Communion occupies a special place in the spiritual life of an Orthodox Christian. Since ancient times, participation in the Eucharist has been perceived not only as the greatest ...

Much confusion resulted from (and contributed to) last week’s quick overview of a variety of Communion practices. Here’s more information on Catholic and Orthodox traditions, as well as other reader ...

Why does this night differ from all other nights?” the youngest child asks the master of the Seder at Passover. And as if taking to heart this perennial question of devout Jews, Christians proclaim ...

“I was seated next to a madman in church one day. When it was time for Holy Communion, he dipped his hand in the bowl and came out with a hand-full of wafers. He then dropped them back in and the bowl ...

Non-alcoholic wine and gluten-free bread cannot be used during holy communion, the governing body of the Church of England has ruled. The general synod had been asked to consider using alternatives to ...