--- title: "Chapter 29: Of the Lord’s Supper | RP Testimony" description: "Chapter 29 of the RP Testimony: Of the Lord’s Supper. Read the 2026 RPCNA Constitution text, Scripture proofs, and the corresponding Westminster Confession chapter." canonical: "https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-29-lords-supper/" source: "https://ctkrp.org/assets/rpcna-constitution-2026.pdf#page=104" --- # Chapter 29: Of the Lord’s Supper | RP Testimony 1. The Lord’s Supper is to be repeatedly administered to a Christian congregation, at such times as the session deems advisable, according to the needs of the congregation. Observance of this sacrament is a corporate and personal profession of continued adherence to the covenant bond entered into at baptism. 1 Cor. 11:23-26. 2. When a congregation is observing the Lord’s Supper, worship services in which this sacrament is observed may be held for the sick and invalid who are of sound mind in the presence of members of the session and congregation. There is no instance in Scripture of private communion. 1 Cor. 11:33; Acts 20:7. 3. The sacrament of the Lord’s Supper is not to be exalted above the regular preaching of the Word. 4. Previous preparation, by self-examination, repentance of sin, meditation upon God’s grace, and resolution of new obedience is required of those who make this profession of their union with Christ and love to Him. 1 Cor. 11:27-32; 1 Cor. 10:21-22. 5. The Lord’s Supper is to be administered only to those who are accepted by the session dispensing the sacrament. 6. We deny that the individual is sole judge of his fitness to partake of the sacrament. 1 Cor. 5:1-13. 7. We reject the practice of offering the sacrament of Communion to any one who is not a member of the visible church. ## For kids — a study explanation (ages 10–13) These explanations are separate from the official text above. Words to knowLord’s SupperThe sacrament of bread and wine that remembers Christ’s sacrifice and spiritually nourishes believers in fellowship with him.TransubstantiationThe claim that bread and wine change in substance into Christ’s body and blood, which the Confession rejects.CovenantA relationship God establishes with promises and responsibilities.RejectsSays that a teaching is wrong and must not be accepted.CommunionSharing in the Lord’s Supper; the word can also mean fellowship with Christ and his people. ### Testimony 29.1 The church should celebrate the Lord’s Supper regularly, at times chosen by its elders. In it, believers and the congregation renew their confession of the covenant relationship marked by baptism. [Read original point 1 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-29-lords-supper/#point-1) ### Testimony 29.2 Sick or housebound believers may receive the Supper in a worship service with elders and congregation members present. The Testimony finds no biblical basis for private communion. [Read original point 2 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-29-lords-supper/#point-2) ### Testimony 29.3 The Lord’s Supper should not be treated as more important than the regular preaching of Scripture. [Read original point 3 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-29-lords-supper/#point-3) ### Testimony 29.4 Those coming to the Supper should examine themselves, repent, reflect on God’s grace, and resolve to obey him. [Read original point 4 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-29-lords-supper/#point-4) ### Testimony 29.5 The elders administering the Supper are responsible for accepting those who may participate. [Read original point 5 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-29-lords-supper/#point-5) ### Testimony 29.6 The Testimony rejects making an individual’s own judgment the only authority on whether they should receive communion. The church also has oversight. [Read original point 6 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-29-lords-supper/#point-6) ### Testimony 29.7 The Testimony rejects admitting someone to communion who is not a member of the visible church. [Read original point 7 and its Scripture proofs →](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-29-lords-supper/#point-7) ### Talk about it How should Christians prepare for the Lord’s Supper? ### Discuss and remember Read the chapter together, then choose a question to talk about. - What does the church remember and proclaim in the Lord’s Supper? - Why should we approach the Supper with faith and careful preparation? #### Scripture to remember 1 Corinthians 11:26 [Read the memory passage in our Bible reader →](https://ctkrp.org/bible/?q=1%20Corinthians%2011%3A26) Read the passage in context. Explain it in your own words, then practice one short phrase at a time. Review it together during the week. #### Put it into practice Ask an elder or parent how the church helps people prepare for the Supper. [Find help for family worship](https://ctkrp.org/family-worship/) Original source: [2026 RPCNA Constitution](https://ctkrp.org/assets/rpcna-constitution-2026.pdf#page=104) ## Related reading - [A Sample Worship Service](https://ctkrp.org/worship/order-of-worship/) - [Westminster Shorter Catechism · Question 96: What is the Lord’s Supper?](https://ctkrp.org/shorter-catechism/question-96-what-is-the-lords-supper/) - [Westminster Larger Catechism · Question 168: What is the Lord’s Supper?](https://ctkrp.org/larger-catechism/question-168-what-is-the-lords-supper/) - [Westminster Confession · Chapter 29](https://ctkrp.org/confession/chapter-29-lords-supper/) - [Chapter 28](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-28-baptism/) - [Chapter 30](https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-30-church-censures/) Canonical page: https://ctkrp.org/testimony/chapter-29-lords-supper/