noun
- mutual communion or fellowship, especially the sharing of religious rites and sacraments between different Christian churches or denominations
Usage: primarily used in religious and ecclesiastical contexts; often refers to the Eucharist or Holy Communion shared across denominational lines
Examples
- The two Protestant denominations established intercommunion, allowing members to participate in each other's communion services.
- Intercommunion between the Anglican and Lutheran churches has been a topic of theological discussion for decades.
- Many ecumenical movements aim to promote intercommunion among different Christian traditions.
- The agreement on intercommunion represented a significant step toward church unity.
- Intercommunion practices vary widely depending on each church's doctrine and discipline.