Holy Communion

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He wanted to offer Holy Communion, the central sacrament of Roman Catholic faith, not only to the detainees inside the facility, but also to the federal agents stationed there.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

For the past two decades, he had been unable to receive Holy Communion, a rite the church considers the central sacred component of its worship services, from his own parish.

From Slate • Oct. 2, 2025

In 2017, the priest assisted with the couple’s Holy Communion and confirmation; when he’s not traveling with them, he stays in touch via the Meta platform Messenger.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2024

Mr Welby is speaking at the service of Holy Communion on Sunday, giving a longer version of the sermon during Easter Eucharist later in the morning.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2023

She told me that her da, now long dead, had given it to her for her First Holy Communion when she was thirteen.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline