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Abendmahlsfeier

Communion service, Lord's Supper celebration

noun AH-bent-mahls-foy-er Rare
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Usage Note

Abendmahlsfeier is the Protestant liturgical celebration of the Lord's Supper (Abendmahl). Unlike the Catholic Messe, which centres on the Eucharistic sacrifice, the Protestant Abendmahlsfeier emphasises communal remembrance and spiritual fellowship.

Examples

"Die Abendmahlsfeier findet in dieser Gemeinde einmal im Monat statt."

Natural Translation

The Communion service takes place once a month in this congregation.

Literal Translation

The Lord's-Supper-celebration takes-place in this congregation once in the month.

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