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Eucharist

‘Eucharist’ comes from the Greek word for ‘thanksgiving’. At the Eucharist the Church remembers Jesus’ last supper where he gave bread and wine to be his body and blood, a sign of his saving love. See also Holy Communion.

Holy Communion

At Holy Communion blessed bread and wine is shared, by which we receive the body and blood of Jesus Christ. The congregation gives thanks for Jesus’ life, his death and resurrection and his continuing presence. See also Eucharist.

Liturgy

Liturgy is a set form of words and action used for worship. In the Church in Wales (and many other churches) these forms follow the same pattern from one congregation to another. Most Anglican liturgies look back in some way to the Book of Common Prayer.

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Basic Guidance concerning the Celebration of the Holy Eucharist 2017

Today, the celebration of the Eucharist as our principal act of worship is the public face of the Church, its shop window, so to speak, and as such we should endeavour to make the Eucharist an occasion worthy of our calling. The notes and pointers in this document are intended to encourage this. Nothing that follows should be a great revelation; but will hopefully act as a helpful reminder, whether we be ordained or lay.

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