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Collected Item: “COVID-19 Advice on the Administration of Holy Communion”

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COVID-19 Advice on the Administration of Holy Communion

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From the start of the pandemic, Christian churches have been debating about how to best handle the practice of the Eucharist (Communion). The Church of England, which spans all of the world, issued guidance on how to best celebrate/participate in the Eucharist. At the moment, the use of the common cup has been suspended. Parishioners during the pandemic are advised to only partake of the bread to avoid potential spread of the virus. These are general guidelines rather than strict rules, however, all Anglican churches are encouraged to follow.

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hst580, arizona state university, anglican, christian, eucharist, communion, religion

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https://www.churchofengland.org/sites/default/files/2021-01/COVID-19%20Advice%20on%20the%20Administration%20of%20Holy%20Communion%20v5.3.pdf

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The Church of England

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2021-01-12
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