Communion is considered a great sacrament. Its meaning lies in the fact that the one who partakes unites with the Body and Blood of Christ. A believer can decide for himself when and how many times he will receive communion, or he can receive the blessing of a spiritual mentor. But according to church customs, communion is worth at least five times a year. Before performing this ordinance, you should prepare yourself. There are several rules that will help you pass this rite according to all Christian laws.
Instructions
Step 1
It is worth noting that women should not receive communion during menstruation. Immediately after giving birth to the temple, it is also better not to rush. During critical days, a woman is considered "unclean."
Step 2
Be sure to attend evening service before receiving communion, and pray before going to bed. Read three canons: “to our Lord Jesus Christ” “to the Most Holy Theotokos” and “to the Guardian Angel”.
Step 3
Do not eat or drink anything in the evening. If you smoke, then this should also not be done on the eve of communion. Many believers try not to have breakfast in the morning, that is, to go to communion on an empty stomach.
Step 4
Women should come to church in a long skirt and without lipstick, or better, without any makeup at all. Many priests believe that young children should also not be brought to church in trousers.
Step 5
If a person is sick, then the priest can be invited home to conduct the sacrament of communion. To do this, you need to come to the church and agree with the priest in advance. It is better to do this a month before communion.
Step 6
The sacrament of the sacrament includes confession. Therefore, you must first confess. Before this ceremony, you can prepare. Many priests advise to write on a piece of paper what you want to tell, as many people get lost and do not know what to say.
Step 7
When the priest appears, the participants must bow. One does not need to be baptized when approaching the Holy Chalice. Say your name and receive the "Body" and "Blood of Christ."
Step 8
Then kiss the Chalice and go to the table where you need to receive the prosphora. After the rite of communion, the service should be defended to the end; small children do not need to do this. It is possible for one of the parents to take a walk with the baby near the church, and come at the end.
Step 9
It is better to leave the temple in silence, without turning your back to the altar. Remember, the essence of the sacrament rite is not in the strict observance of the rules, but in the conduct of the Christian life, communion with the church, spirituality. In order to undergo this rite, you need to be ready for it, have a desire and realize that communion is one of the most important parts of communication with God.
