The Presentation Of Bread And Wine (he Took)

The taking consists of bringing the bread and wine to the Table, where the elements are prepared by the presider. The taking, which is primarily a symbolic action, conveys many powerful ideas. Because the primary symbol is that of an offering made to God, a number of offerings may occur simultaneously. For example, as the bread and wine are brought to the Table, an anthem may be sung and an offering of money taken. What is important in this action is the sense that the whole congregation is making an offering of praise and thanksgiving to almighty God. When the people are able to make connection with the symbolic action, their own offering of praise becomes more intense and moving. The Presentation in Liturgical Churches In liturgical churches, the Table remains bare through the Service of the Word. After the kiss of peace, an ascription of praise is made and then, as the choir sings an anthem, two persons (or a family) will carry the bread and wine down the center aisle and hand th…