Lord’s Supper. 

We believe that the Lord’s Supper (i.e., breaking of bread, communion) is the commemoration and proclamation of the Lord Jesus’ death until He comes. The emblems of bread and wine used are only representative of the body and blood of Christ (1 Cor 11:23-25, Luke 22:19-20). The church shall meet for the observance of the Lord’s Supper upon the Lord’s Day of each week and/or as otherwise established by the Elders. We believe that the Lord’s Supper should be observed only by believers in obedience to the command: “This do in remembrance of Me.” The union of believers around the Lord’s table is open to all who have confessed Christ as their personal Savior and seek to be obedient to God and in good relationship with one another (Matt. 26: 26-30; Luke 22:19-20; 1 Cor. 10; 11:23-29). The Lord’s Supper shall be led by the Elders.

While there is no specific command by the Lord Jesus (or the Apostles) as to how often we should celebrate the Lord’s Supper,  we choose to celebrate the Lord’s Supper every week: 

1. Scriptural Principle (fundamental truth that serves a foundation) Lev 23:1-8… when God called His people together to worship He always indicated a specific time and place.

2. Scriptural Precept (general rule intended to regulate behavior) Luke 22:19-20, I Cor 11:23-26, 33-34. The Lord Jesus used the phrases “do this” and “as often as” which suggests frequency and habitual practice. 

3. Scriptural Pattern (a model to follow) Acts 2:41-42. The early church “continually” devoted themselves to the Breaking of Bread, suggesting regularity.

4. Scriptural Precedent (earlier event that is regarded as an example of what to do in similar circumstances. Acts 20:6-7, I Cor 16:1-2. This is a direct reference to a church meeting on the first day of the week to share the Lord’s Supper. Also a reference to the church taking a collection on the first day of the week.