Why use real wine rather than grape juice?
(1) Obedience. We are confident that when Jesus instituted Holy Communion at the Last Supper, the cup that he took and said, “Drink this all of you” contained genuine wine. Therefore, we obey Jesus’ command. (2) Precedent. Jesus made good wine for a feast [John 2:1-11] (3) Suitability. Jesus is not bland like grape juice, he is powerful like wine. Back to Top What if I’m not baptized or do not feel I wish to receive Communion for other reasons? You have two options at the time Holy Communion is given. First, when the communicants go up to the altar rail you may go with them. At that time kneel alongside them and cross your arms over your chest. This will signal the priest that you do not wish to receive Communion and you will receive a blessing. The other option, if you don’t feel comfortable going up to the altar rail, it is all right for you to remain in your pew while the communicants (those who will be receiving Communion) go forward. Those who will be receiving the Sacrament would
