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Glossary: Lord's table, the

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.

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