Figurative Presence of Christ in the Elements Part 3 of 8 Unlike literal interpretations, a metaphoric interpretation of Christ’s Communion words seems to fit well within the greater Scriptural context. This metaphoric perspective is generally associated with the...

Communion Literal Presence of Christ in the Elements (Part 2 of 8) Roman Catholics believe that Communion bread and wine are miraculously transformed into the real body and blood of Jesus Christ. This view is called Transubstantiation. Consubstantiation is the word...

All Christian churches observe the rite of Communion on a regular basis. Nearly all Christians agree that the ritual is for the assembled Church, and that it primary purpose is to remember Christ Jesus and the death he suffered in order to save his people. From there...