Which sacrament represents a believer's participation in the body and blood of Christ?

• A. Communion
• B. Baptism
• C. Footwashing
• D. Confirmation

Answer: (A)

Communion embodies believers’ participation in the body and blood of Christ. In this sacrament, bread and cup (or grape juice) are shared to symbolize Christ’s body given for us and His blood shed for the new covenant. Shared together, the act remembers Jesus’ sacrifice and expresses unity with Him and with one another as the church. This specifically centers on partaking in what Christ offered, rather than on initiation, service, or reception of the Spirit as the other practices do. Baptism represents identification with Christ’s death and resurrection and entry into the faith community; footwashing highlights humility and service; confirmation relates to receiving the Holy Spirit or reaffirming baptismal vows. Because Communion directly conveys participation in Christ’s body and blood, it is the best fit.