In the Christian tradition, the Holy Communion, also known as the Eucharist or the Lord's Supper, is typically shared among baptized members of the faith community who are in a right relationship with God and the Church. Different denominations have varying beliefs and practices regarding who is eligible to partake in Holy Communion:
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Roman Catholic Church: Only Catholics who are in a state of grace (not in a state of mortal sin) and have received their First Communion are allowed to receive the Eucharist.
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Eastern Orthodox Churches: Similar to Catholicism, only baptized and confirmed Orthodox Christians who have prepared through fasting and prayer may receive Communion.
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Protestant Denominations: Many Protestant churches welcome all baptized Christians to participate in Communion, while others may have more specific requirements. Some denominations practice "open communion," encouraging all believers to partake, while others have "closed communion," limiting it to members of that specific denomination.
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Non-denominational Churches: Policies regarding Communion can vary widely in these congregations, but many also practice open communion.
Overall, the decision about who can share in Holy Communion varies by tradition and the specific church community.