Another term in United Methodism for the communion table. The term is also used in the following way. In the invitation given by the minister as a part of the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, people are invited to come to the Lord's table, that is to participate in the sacrament.
Source: A Dictionary for United Methodists, Alan K. Waltz, Copyright 1991, Abingdon Press. Used by Permission.