"A Church communion is more than a memorial ordinance." - Dr. Alex Abadayan

Church Members Survey Feedback:

The overwhelming majority of feedback from the congregation affirms that Communion is essential, must be practiced frequently, and that it helps build stronger relationships with the Lord and others.

  1. I think a more frequent communion is necessary to refresh our spirits and minds after existing in the world. It may seem like a small thing, but that re-sanctification is like washing ourselves after walking through dirt. We need to be clean so we can continue to present ourselves before Christ and fulfill our duties as part of His body.
  2. A more frequent communion can be beneficial for individuals who seek a deeper connection with their faith and community. Some people find that regular communion helps them feel more grounded and spiritually fulfilled.
  3. Receiving communion is an important part of faith and spiritual growth. If a church or congregation decides to hold communion more frequently, it could have a positive effect on their spiritual life. The important thing is intention and love for God and others, and receiving communion is a way to deepen this relationship.
  4. Doing it every week made it feel routine instead of special. Being further apart would be better for me.
  5. I feel that when people better understand the significance of communion, they would want to have it more often.
  6. The past 6 weeks of communion have really given me more perspective, a sense of significance, and the importance of fellowship with brothers and sisters in Christ, but not only just fellowship in general, but fellowship in remembrance of our Christ, who gave his life for all of us.
  7. These past 6 weeks have made me think more about my relationship with the Lord and where I am in my walk.
  8. I feel I have gained a deeper connection with Christ and the Church. It is due to having a better understanding of what we are doing.
  9. Made a significant difference with my faith. I feel a closer relationship with God.
  10. … need to do communion more often than in the past.
  11. Knowledge about communion can foster community and spiritual growth.
  12. I felt closer to everyone in the church.
  13. Doing it too much could lead to a habit.
  14. Gain a deeper connection with Christ & the church; a better understanding of what we are doing.
  15. I agree with more frequent communion.
  16. I think 2x a month would be good.
  17. I think it got me closer to God.
  18. We should have more frequent communion.
  19. I agree with taking communion.
  20. It really doesn’t matter.
  21. During the last six weeks, we have experienced some awesome communion services. It was wonderful to see the Holy Spirit moving upon the people.
  22. Six weeks of communion made me think about my walk and relationship with the Lord.
  23. A deeper connection with brothers & sisters in faith.
  24. As a former Catholic, I felt left out for not participating in communion. I appreciate it.
  25. Don't want to take communion every Sunday to become just a ritual, but so far, that isn’t the case at my church.
  26. I enjoyed taking communion and felt more special when not practicing it weekly.
  27. The experience of communion is important. … Knowledge about the Lord deepens.
  28. A frequent communion reminds us of our relationship with Christ and of his resurrection and healing.
  29. Communion should be done frequently to strengthen relationships.
  30. To remember the Lord and strengthen our relationship with Him.
  31. I have enjoyed participating in communion every week [six weeks] and doing it with my church family.
  32. Communion participation seemed to have deepened knowledge of the Lord, and people were eager to worship him.

33. Six weeks of communion helps me understand my relationship with Jesus…makes me worthy to enter the room with praise and petitions, lay them before the Lord, and leave them there.

 

Conclusion:

As this project’s fieldwork has demonstrated, the goal of the Lord’s Supper was more than a cognitive memory of the Lord, nor is it merely a ritual practice. The significance of the practice should not be based on its frequency; rather, its mandate must be anchored in its implications and meaning for the body of Christ. Jesus instituted the Lord’s Supper to foster koinonia among the Church for the purpose of unity and reaching the lost, and it should be frequently observed. Through the work of the Holy Spirit, the Church is to bring people to the Cross, where they will find salvation and develop a personal relationship with Christ. They can then come to the Lord’s Table to grow and strengthen their relationships with the Lord and with each other, and finally go out into the world to proclaim Christ. The Lord’s Supper perpetuates the Church and expands His Kingdom here on earth until Jesus returns.

 

Copyright © 2026 by Alexander Abadayan

Assembly of God Theological Seminary

Springfield, Missouri, USA

 

Dr. Alex Abadayan is the founder of Joy Int'l School of Ministry based in Kansas City, USA.
He is an Ordained Bishop with the Church of God denomination (Cleveland TN), and has been a pastor for 30 years in the Kansas City area. He just complete his Doctor of Ministry at the AGTS/Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri.


Educational Background

       AG Theological Seminary/Evangel University- Missouri, USA - Doctor of Ministry

       AG Theological Seminary - Master of Christian Ministries

       Lee University, Cleveland, Tennessee - Biblical Studies

       De La Salle Univerity - Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

 

Current Ministry Positions

       Lead Pastor, Joy Int'l Fellowship-KC

       Member of the Board, Ministerial Internship Program (MIP), State of Missiouri Church of God

       Director, Joy Int'l Fellowship School of Ministry